One on One
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 10 ก.ย. 2024
- Sarah, a runaway teenager in the city of Metropolis, encounters a persistent newspaper reporter named Clark Kent who won't leave her alone until she agrees to an interview for his newspaper column. Ten questions -- that's all he asks. In their moments together, the fragments of her tragic life emerge, but her anger towards superheroes and Superman himself explodes in full force. If he is so great and so powerful, why is the world such a horrible place? Why doesn't he do something about it?
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"I was never not looking."
"Weren't you, or could you just not see?"
That double meaning, though.
Throughout the interview, Clark keeps telling "Sarah" that he's Superman ("I'm right here", for another example) but she doesn't understand because she doesn't believe that Superman is real. And note that her main reason for not believing in Superman is that she can't conceive of "someone who goes around saving people" - "People don't fly" is a less-important reason.
Agreed, so many things said that could be taken two ways, both correct, but with that underlying secret. "It doesn't take X-ray vision...".
So so deep
What's the meaning?
What a lot of people hate about Superman is the fact that he is such a powerful character, thus making it difficult to craft stories for him. I think current and future writers need to draw inspiration from this fan film; maybe they'd remember that even though he isn't from Earth, his heart is just as human as any other.
marcus thatcher His stories are this way, though. Constantly.
@@dannymac939 Too bad his modern films aren’t.
@Johnny Jacksted I agree and disagree. Man of Steel kind of got the hint, but they didn't go far enough.
People are stupid who hate superman
That why I love the Lois & Superman show.
Anyone who doesn't like Superman because he's "lame" needs to see THIS movie.
Those people are fucking morons
You got that right bobsheaux love your vids
Yes, this film shows a glorious understanding of Superman's power, unmatched in film other than the works of Richard Donner and Bruce Timm.
This short film does a great job representing Clark Kent and Superman.
Thanks! I’m glad you liked it.
@@JakeThomasMovies I did. Especially after Zack Snyder ruined Superman's reputation.
@@JakeThomasMovies you actually understand Superman.
@@StareachValcin have you watched the new CW show? It’s very enjoyable
@@JakeThomasMovies Superman and Lois? I have watched it more or less and it's enjoyable. It stays true to who Superman is, while doing something new with him.
Yes he is! Fun Fact: I wrote and shot the film before the New 52 began, so several lines cut from the final film mentioned Clark's marriage to Lois. The wedding ring is the only thing left over from this sidebar.
I liked that detail
It shows that besides Superman is well... Superman, he is still a man who can live and love like the rest of them
It would be interesting to see a version with that lines now that Superman came back to his classic status quo
This takes "We got Superman at home" to such a wholesome and cutting level.
This is without a doubt the best version of Clark Kent I have ever seen on film. Damn good job.
I second that.
His voice does not fit Superman/Clark Kent
@@comebackguy8892 How his voice suppose to sound like?
@@p.s.csdeaky8530 deeper and more masculine. Henry Caville pretty much nails the Clark Kent voice.
@@comebackguy8892 Doesn't have to be exactly like another actor's portrayal of the same character, it's because your used to it, Christopher Reeve didn't have a low stereotypical "masculine" voice, he was more "I'm your friendly neighborhood Superman", but everyone has their different favorite version.
Despite being a lifelong Superman fan (one who walked out of "Man of Steel" after THAT scene) I have just now discovered this - thanks Tvtropes!
My very favorite thing is that Clark never wastes time defending Superman. That would have been such an easy trap to fall into as a writer. But he approaches this conversation without ego, and he realizes that she's speaking from her pain, so instead of sticking up for himself he addresses her pain. I love that SO much. He is humble, patient, confident, and empathetic all at once, and that's what elevates this to *great.*
Thank you for putting this out in the world.
I’m so glad you liked it! I should check out TVtropes.
We ultimately had to cut OUR tornado scene because it just wasn’t in the budget ;)
The scene when he snaps Zod’s neck?
@@The_10th_Doctor. Indeed
@@knightofavalon86 it’s like the polar opposite of some of the most iconic superman scenes, like in All Star Superman when he stops that kid from jumping
@@The_10th_Doctor. Exactly!
Superman is a naturally good person. He cares. He's so good he inspires people and gives them Hope.
I wish I could Like this a thousand times. It's the best live-action Superman since the Christopher Reeve era.
Sometimes it takes Clark Kent to be a superman. Superheroes are like us minus the super powers. This was so well made. So emotional. Thank you, Mr. Thomas. You are a true Superman fan. You understand him.
Superman is a simple person who just wants to help people. He see himself as an equal and treats people the way he wants to be treated with respect. It's his warm heart of Understanding and empathy that wins over me He is more mindful and kind.
Superman might be Overpowered but he knows how to control his powers and respect it.
Couldn’t agree with you more. I think what really made him such an influential character is comic book pop storytelling was not so much his powers but his choice to use them for the good of others. It’s supreme meekness.
@@JakeThomasMoviesI think that's one of the things that pisses Lex Luthor off even more, if he were to see Superman, an alien with godlike powers work a simple 9 to 5 job, he would feel some type of way, where as he as a human wants godlike abilities to rule.
John Byrne addressed this in a brilliant plot twist when he wrote the comic book reboot Man of Steel back in the 1980s. Luthor used computer software to analyze Superman’s connection to Clark Kent. When the computer deduced that Superman was Kent, he destroyed the computer because he thought it was faulty. He insisted that no super-powered being would demean themself so low as to live a normal life. This was a great update on the question “Why does no one recognize Superman with glasses?” and maintaining the secret identity, and also revealed Luthor’s own weakness - his “kryptonite” - is privilege, pride, and projecting those attributes onto others.
Superman is the best and brightest of us all. He is your buddy, your friend, or, at least, the one you always wanted. I wish I was half the man Superman is.
When I'm feeling low, and like I've lost hope, I come back here to recharge my faith in Superman; so here I am on my tri-monthly visit, again, letting myself believe again. Hope you're all safe and well, and.... thanks, Clark. x
That means so much to me. I know what you mean, because I’ve got my own entertainment that I return to just to feel better and restored.
I love how intimate this story is. It's the reason I didn't like MoS. What makes the BEST Superman stories are the ones that are Character-Driven. MoS had none and was just action-nuts and as some call it, disaster-porn. Thank you for understanding the character and bringing forth this poignant tale.
are you serious???? The first two thirds of Man Of Steel is ALL character development. how about the scene in the diner? the earlier scene with Jonathan and young Clark after he saved the bus? there are a lot of scenes that you're ignoring because the last third is a lot of action. even then, look at the emotional content of the last few scenes... Zod's anguish and Clark wailing openly about the death at his own hand.
I love MOS and think it is the best Superman film ever made. I can't even watch the comedy that is the Donner film.
@@davidtyler2012 fr fr that person didn't know what they were talking about
God damn it. I was just scrolling for the first guy saying the "Snyder doesn't get Superman" crap :"/
And if you say that in MoS Superman doesn't have character development, then you should ask yourself wether you want a good Superman movie or a good movie. If your answer is the first one, then rexamine how you criticise movies because that's not how you should make a critique :"[
@@davidtyler2012 are you sure that the donnar superman films are just comedies.
@@kaustubhpalkar792 yes... action comedies with a tiny bit of drama thrown in.
Gene Hackman as Luthor?? C'mon... almost every bit of his dialogue is meant to be funny. The character of Otis??? The military commander (Larry Hagman) giving mouth to mouth to Miss Teschmacher (Vallerie Perrine) which is really a 'make-out assault' if you think about it. I mean she was feigning unconsciousness.
yeah.... I'm sure it was a comedy. everything that happens after he puts the suit on has some kind of laugh every couple of minutes.
The moment I saw the All-Star inspiration, I was sold. The world needs more of these kinds of Superman stories. Bravo, my lad.
best Superman movie since the 80s
let that sink in for awile
I have and it saddens me
Have you seen “Superman vs. The Elite?” Its animated. One of the best recent Supes movies.
@@JakeThomasMovies based
nonsense, Henry Caville is by far the best ever Superman 🦸♂️
@@trollgoodman7808 name checks out
It's amazing how in 10 minutes you get Superman more correct than WB and DC could in 5 hours of MoS and BvS! Kudos for remembering that Supes is best when he is being one of us - a human. His birthplace may be Krypton but he'd say he's from Kansas. You nailed it! Very well done to all involved!
Kevin Pauley only counter to the MOS and BVS complaints is just that he's becoming Superman. Learning to accept himself and his place on Earth
This is why I love Superman, stuff like this. his powers don't mean much (although they are pretty damn awesome) but it is who he is - THE Hero - that matters. I loved Man of Steel and I am looking forward to the next few films but those movies have a much darker and serious tone that things like this would never fit in them. I am really glad you made this, thank you!
His powers, at the end of the day, are just tools he uses to help save the day, or, from time to time, getting a kitten out of a tree.
"...there is no Superman"
"I'm right here, Sarah"
A truly excellent fan film and a good example of compassion and empathy, encouraging others to progress through their issues.
Criminally underrated. From a long time fan of "Big Blue Boyscout" Thank You! I still believe a man can fly
That’s high praise! Thank you.
How did you take a character I'm not that fond of, and make me want to see more of him? A 11 minute fanfilm, with no action, just dialogue and characters, made me like superman more than a high budget movie did.
Because, this was a simple true to the character film, this was a well written script, well shot, and well acted, and it made me understand these characters. While BvS just sets up future DC films.
Thank you so much! I'm in the final stages of my first feature film and would love if you followed on seed&spark so you can stay updated since you responded to my last film so much. www.seedandspark.com/fund/jakes-first-feature-film#story
I first watched this a few years ago and can't help but come back to it. For me personally when it comes to fan made productions of Superman this is by far my favourite. No overcomplicated dialogue, multitudes of filming locations or even vfx. Just a pure heart to heart conversation with somebody who's struggling and needs that little extra bit of hope and that's Superman.
Amazing writing Jake!
Her complaints are literally the struggle Superman is dealing with in BVS. Mankind DOESN'T accept him for who he is, because they think he should be able to fix all their issues, blaming him for not being there when something happens he could have stopped. People don't believe in superman because of this, just like she didn't. Seeing all of the superman stuff and their thematic ties is really cool. Mr. Thomas did a fantastic job on this piece.
Every time I watch this film I seem to find another layer of subtlety to it, the details in the acting or in the script. "Her complaints..." She lost her parents at the age of 2, raised in foster home(s); so he can identify with her, sympathize with what she's going through, and contrast it with the caring both his natural and adoptive parents gave him. No wonder he uses his abilities to show her a little trick, coming almost to the point of just stating that he's Superman. But by doing that he gets her to change her outlook; if she was just talking with Superman, maybe she was wrong about how hopeless her life had become. Someone cares.
Please don't bring BVS into this.
@@mr.comicbook7648 why?
I like that the last question was him actually asking as superman "what can I do" he didn't tell her he was superman but he was asking her as superman what he could do to help
Such a beautiful and touching film! I'm sure there are dozens of interpretations, but I was reminded of Jesus' encounter with a woman in Sychar (Jn 4). The way Clark compassionately instilled faith in "Sarah" by listening well made me think of how Jesus gently showed people the way to himself.
Not trying to impose my beliefs or anything; just wanted to share my takeaways. Like I said, there are dozens of meanings, and none are wrong. This just happens to be the lens I saw the film through.
the film was recruited into several faith based film festivals so you're not the only one that made that connection.
Soo i wasn’t the only one who noticed that! Nice
I'm not a Superman fan, i've always been more about the Bat, but that was splendid, made me grin and really moved me.
I'd definitely watch more.
this is everything I love about Superman...
More?
I cannot believe that this has existed for 8 years and I'm just now seeing it.
What fantastic storytelling! An incredible Superman tale with barely a cape in sight.
Beautifully shot, directed and acted! I will be sharing this with everyone I know. Simply brilliant!
Thank you, Alan! Your words are so encouraging. I would love for you to share the movie with everyone
This dude is like a merge of Brandon Routh and Henry Cavill. Would have loved to have seen a scene with Superman. But beautiful piece, catches the essence of Superman just right.
10 years since I first posted the link to this on my Facebook. It remains as beautiful and affirming as ever. Love to you all for a decade of a wonderful, warm, kind, amazing Clark and hisw hesitant interviewee. XXX
❤Thank you for sharing on Facebook!❤
This is easily some of the best Superman content I’ve ever seen, and he doesn’t even put on the cape until the very end briefly! The writing, the acting, the cinematography, it’s all on point! I love it!
So glad you like it! Thanks!
Dont forget to share this people! This is the kind of Superman we need and deserve, share it with every one you know. Ans add mad likes!
I think what many people should realise that when writing Superman, the most important element of his character to get right is Clark Kent. This kind, mild-mannered and humble man who saves the world simply because it's the right thing to do. Superman has the cool powers and the inspiring moments but it's Clark Kent that is at the heart of it. If Batman is Bruce Wayne's true identity then Clark Kent is Superman's true identity.
This fan film gets this element right and then some.
This made me smile, this is why we love superheros. Not because of their powers but because of who they are, Clark Kent doesn't need super powers to be a hero. Great film👍
I'm only discovering this now, and I haven't seen something that so perfectly understood Superman since Superman vs the Elite. Simply masterful.
We need more superman movies like this. This was brilliant. It's more of a Clark Kent film than a Superman one! Well done guys :)
Brilliant!
Excellent. The fact that you made Clark, MAN and not SUPER is amazing. This is the Superman we need and I thank you for delivering
Thanks so much! I'm glad you enjoyed it. Yeah, a lot of my favorite Superman moments in past comics have been when he's out of the suit. What are some of your favorite stories you've read?
@@JakeThomasMovies Very generic one but for me, my favorite is all star Superman. Superman in film now is viewed as an emotionless figure and that’s not who he is. Comics usually do Superman justice but movies don’t but yours did and it did a great job.
@@condimentking7039 Nothing generic about that. All-Star is a modern classic. I'm extremely partial to For All Seasons. Have you seen the new CW show? It's very human and Clark focused. I think he wears the suit only three times in the entire pilot
@@JakeThomasMovies Yes I have, one question I have about this project, have you made more Superman content? I’d love to see you keep going with Superman. I think you could do this really well and with the right writers, you could make a series or full movies.
@@condimentking7039 The only other Superman content I've made is a single season of a comedy web series called The Adventures of Tiny Superman. VERY different take, haha. Thanks for the encouragement. If I ever continued this version of the character, I'd want to make sure it was a worthy follow-up
Found a scene of this on TikTok. Had to come watch the whole things. Loved it.
Awesome! Do you have the TikTok link? I’d love to see
If you removed the Superman element from this story, it still works. It's still a good story, just as Clark is a good man even without the suit. That's what DC keeps missing. It's shot well, Mr. Nagle looks the part and plays it well...I wish Warner Brothers would give this heart to the feature film treatments. Hope is such a powerful thing. It's a shame Hollywood seems to feel it's not needed in the superhero genre. I get that a movie with this premise wouldn't sell billions of dollars of tickets. The economics of film are pretty simple- if it doesn't require translation, ie explosions, it opens up more doors to audiences. But that doesn't mean the feeling of this couldn't be interwoven into a larger story. Bravo guys. I'll be showing this off to my film classes tomorrow.
Hi Scott, Thanks for such a wonderful compliment. I am in the finishing stages of my first feature film which has a strong message of hope within it. Would you be willing to follow it on seed&spark? That way you can hear updates once it comes out. www.seedandspark.com/fund/jakes-first-feature-film#story
Speechless. Don't ever compare this. This flies by itself.
I felt so hype when he asked that final question. Not as Superman, but as Clark.
Oh my gosh that was so good!!!!
I'm so glad that you liked the movie, Brianna!
Some people have recommended this video. I am so glad to have watched this. It is a simple encapsulation of who Superman is as a character. More people need to see this.
This is captures why I love Superman! Great film!
Thanks! I’m happy you enjoyed watching.
Love the boy scout in blue. Thanks for the movie.
Someone recommend this to me and I'm so glad I took time out of my day to watch it
Abe, that is so nice to hear! Thank you
Ten years later I am seeing this film for the first time. Someone posted this link from the One Minute Time Machine short movie (apparently before TH-cam prohibited links) as an example of great storytelling. Wow! I really loved this Clark Kent story. Well done. Script, acting, production, and soundtrack were excellent. I hope you will have more stories like this. Liked and subbed.
Dam this was great! The actress and actor not only nailed their parts, but also looks right on point! I love the moral of the story.
This guy is the perfect Clark Kent. Nobody would ever think this absolute dork is Superman
With the release of the Batman V. Superman: Dawn of the Broody Dark Grit - I ran across this absolutely beautiful short film. There are no VFX, no buildings collapsing, just a short scene between a young girl and Clark Kent, not even as Superman. This has cheered me up a lot, because at least now I know, someone out there gets it. Thank you, Jake Thomas!
Cuando ayuda a la gente, se ayuda a si mismo
Ese es Superman.
Best Superman film ever
Thank you!
One of the best fan films I've seen. Definitely captures the essence of Superman. Thanks for making this and sharing!
I just watched this again via IMDB, and I'm here now watching it again. Every time I see it I catch yet another fine detail. This time it was at 3:42, "It helps the article, human interest." Oh, the irony in that! He's not human by birth, but is very human by upbringing. He cares about people.
Somehow Sarah actually reminds me of Bruce Wayne/Batman. Because both of them are cynical because of the rough past but then found hope in their life once they knew Superman.
I never thought of that, but it's true! I would say Sarah could possibly be a variant of Bruce, but that's a whole other universe ;)
I kinda regret not seeing this earlier because this fanfilm just captures that special feeling that I can't describe.
My favorite version of Clark Kent was Christopher Reeve's, of course, and he played it for comedy. If a "straight" version is going to be done, this is perfect. Thanks. What's most impressive is that he doesn't have to step into a phone booth to make his point. Good stuff. Both actors are excellent.
I would slightly disagree with your opinion on Christopher Reeve playing it for comedy. I think his Superman films were a product of the time they were made, and mixed comedy and drama. They were larger than life, more over the top comic book styled, especially Superman 3 and 4. Superman Returns was more an attempt to return to the first two in style and content; it wasn't a blockbuster but I certainly enjoyed it.
This short film, "one on one", does such an excellent job of getting us into the characters, in part because it is short. It uses subtlety instead of special effects, with the characters words being said but carrying layers of meaning behind them.
Still relevant today, thanks for this!
Wooo-hoooww!! This is an amazing history!! I liked it from start to finish! With a great touch of humanity and empathy, which shows that Kal El in any facet is a total hero!!
You flatter me! I’m so glad you enjoyed the movie!
This video is incredible, really great job! I've never seen something reflect the character of Superman so much.
Thanks so much!
This is a beautiful video. A beautiful story.
Thank You David. I've been working on my first feature film and would love if you followed it on seed&spark. It is also quite a beautiful story. www.seedandspark.com/fund/jakes-first-feature-film#story
that guy goes into Clark Kent in ways actors haven't done since Dean Cain! Brilliant!
Superman is there so we can better ourselves
and this is why superman is still my fictional character of all time, i wish the films wrote him like this instead of the super jesus from outerspace. henry cavil was still great tho, did a great job with what he was given
Just like everyone else u didn't give him the chance to become that yet now he is
omg...*sobs* What a great Clark story. Hit me square in the feels.
I'm sorry to say I watched this movie on another channel before yours, but I liked and added the one here because it needs attention. Truly not just an inspiring look on why superheroes are important, but also an excellent example of the simpler techniques of film making that go often unnoticed in big budgets. Highly regarded and one of my favorite on screen Kryptonians.
No worries. I'm so glad you liked it.
Hi Brody! Thank you for noticing how simpler techniques can be more powerful in storytelling. I actually am finishing up a feature film in which I embraced simple low-budget filmmaking to maximize emotional impact. Please follow the film on seed&spark to stay up to date on festivals and distribution. Watch the video on the page! www.seedandspark.com/fund/jakes-first-feature-film#story
A very needed right now story!
Great short vid! If you have a soft spot for Superman (Clark Kent in this case) it's pretty dope.
I'm glad Richard Langdon! I thought it was a really cool indie short.
Do you think Superman VS Batman is going to be good? I was a bit wary when I first saw it.
Just found this jem. A great representation of who Superman really is.
Thanks! So glad you enjoyed it!
this is a dang good movie! Real good actors to
I love the fact that you show Superman is not actually Kal El but Clark Kent in reality
I don't have much to say, except but thank you for making this.
Thank you BT. Would you be willing to follow my feature film on seed&spark so I can keep you in the loop about it? www.seedandspark.com/fund/jakes-first-feature-film#story
This is the best Superman fan film I have ever seen. The actor who plays Clark is amazing, kinda looks like Cavill too
Hello Jake,
I just wanted to take a moment to thank you so, so much for this little treasure of a film. I suffer from anxiety and depression, and some days it's really, really hard to get motivation of courage to do anything. One On One really does help remind me that my heroes are always around when I need them to be, and that having faith in Superman as a good and honest character isn't misplaced. Your film/cast/direction really have gotten me out of some very dark places over the last two or three years, so thank you so much for helping me (and Sarah!) find our way when we lose it. xxx
I'm his wife. I'll make sure he reads this :)
Dale. Thank you for sharing this with me. Sorry I'm seeing it so late. I'm working on a feature film which I believe you will connect with. I'd love to share it with you. Please follow us on seed&spark so that you can stay up to date with our festival release and distribution. www.seedandspark.com/fund/jakes-first-feature-film#story
Dale, how are you doing during the pandemic? Have you been able to keep in close touch with family and friends?
@@JakeThomasMovies Hello there, how kind of you to check in on me :) The pandemic's been a strain on whole countries and continents, so I count myself as lucky that it's touched no one in my family (touch wood!). I've been housebound for well over a year now, so lockdown for me was more or less business as usual, just with less people around and much more wildlife venturing out. My family are over 500 miles away and are very matter of fact about distancing, washing hands, wearing masks etc, and we're in regular phone contact. My friends have been hit somewhat harder, as we can't meet up often and as some of my friends are front line keyworkers (Police, care workers etc), but we stay in touch via social media and phone often. Superman is on my TV in various forms a LOT these days, along with my beloved Doctor Who, and One on One is a regular viewing fixture these days. How are you and yours doing in these most unusual and very dark times, Jake? Are you all safe and well? I do hope so.... and thank you again for checking in on me. It's very.... well, it's very Clark of you. x
@@ProfessorChronotis yes, staying safe and well. Lost my full time job, unfortunately, but that’s allotted time now for more creative things, and my wife (“Sarah”) and I are still able to get by. One thing I’ve learned is how it’s better to be present rather than dread the future, because my overactive imagination can concoct the worst case scenarios too easily. I’ve had a few panic attacks during our quarantine, during one of which the nurse on the phone told me to call the paramedics. So now, thankfully, being unemployed actually allows me to make regular weekly meetings with other friends (outdoors and in masks!) so we can keep in touch better than ever.
I can't believe I just now found this. This is one of the best things I've ever seen.
YES!! Someone freakin understands why Superman is a great character!
I'm glad you enjoyed the movie!
Thanks for liking the movie!
Thank you! I'm glad you loved it. Wanna see more? I'm in the middle of my next project. If you want to be a part of it, there's a link to the Kickstarter video in the One on One video description. Please watch it. If you like it, share it with your friends!
This is by far my favorite fan film Ive ever seen. I love the idea of the hero behind the powers. Its just so great. Im making a spiderman short film with a similar concept of the hero behind the powers. Great Job!
Hey Trey! Thanks so much for your kind comment. I have a feature film I'm almost done with. I was hoping you would follow it on seed&spark so I could keep you in the loop. www.seedandspark.com/fund/jakes-first-feature-film#story
This is one of the best Superman films along with the first Christopher Reeves' Superman movie, the Superman: Man of Tomorrow animated film and Superman vs. the Elite.
this is so underrated it give the feeling of hope the meaning of superman of what superman mean
Thank you, Agastya! I'm glad it give you a feeling of hope
Thanks, Glenn! I'm glad it made your day and made you smile. And thank you for sharing the movie! Right now I'm in the middle of my next project. If you want to be a part of it, there's a link to the Kickstarter video in the One on One video description. Please watch it. If you like it, share it with your friends!
On point look at who Clark really is under the cape. So many people don't get that Superman, while very powerful, is not all knowing and has his limits. He can't fix everything. But he'll try doing whatever he can to help. Many good stories have been written showing Clark make a difference outside his role as Superman. This is a good example of one.
This is the best Superman and DC fan film ever made. Congratulations on crafting a perfect distillation of a character - a beautifully human film that captures what Clark is all about. I love that there's no action because there just doesn't need to be. Instead of going the route so many other fan films do and trying to include fake-looking special effects and clumsily choreographed fight sequences, you took a more mature route, correctly observing that two characters simply sitting down and talking with one another makes for some of the most compelling story-telling in cinema. Jake, I'm sure you're well aware that you chose a structure that was more difficult to write, but I want you to know that you did so successfully with flying colours. Your actress Erin Brown and actor John Nagel both did phenominal work as well, truly capturing the essence of each character through their body language and line delivery. Each gave their character a convincing sense of depth and verisimilitude despite only having a few minutes of dialogue. It makes me really proud to be a Superman fan when I see films like this. An awesome, absolutely fantastic job to everyone who worked on this project. Certainly a 10/10, and I hope to see more of your guys' work in the future. Love it.
Thank you, James! I want to tell Erin and John what you said about their performances. They'll love to hear it. Yeah, I think Superman's compassion and kindness tend to set him apart from other heroes. The stories that show that side of him resonate with me. What are some of your favorite comic books stories? I think my favorite Superman comic is still "For All Seasons." I really like the theme of "What's so Funny About Truth, Justice, and the American Way?" which they turned into "Superman vs. The Elite," which just might be the best Superman feature.
@@JakeThomasMovies Hey Jake, thanks for the response! "For All Seasons" is truly an amazing story, and "Superman vs The Elite" is definitely one of my favourites as well! If I had to pick an absolutely favourite story, it's "American Alien" from 2015! While the book does have some cool action scenes, most of it really explores how Clark developed his sense of compassion, love, and kindness from the Kents and other people throughout his childhood and early adult life! A lot of those stories, like getting into trouble with your friends in a small rural town, or moving to a big city where you feel kind of lost and uncertain, are things I can relate to really well because of my background!
@@jamesshepherd9390 Oh yeah! American Alien was great. I loved the moment that shows where his cape originated as a kid, and his parents were trying to figure out how to help him down from levitating over the farm.
You show us, why we call him Superman..... this is so good
Brilliant! This is everything I love about Superman and it just 'feels' like the character I grew up reading in comic books in the 80's. The funny thing is I googled John Nagle and honestly in most other photos he looks nothing like Superman, but somehow here I'm totally convinced that this is Clark Kent - raised by Ma and Pa in Smallville and I completely buy that at any moment those glasses could come off...shirt rip...and he'll fly into action as the Man of Steel. I wish there was more - but that's what makes this so darn good. From a Fan, THANK YOU!
This is the true essence of what it means to be a superhero: saving people from themselves, not the proverbial burning building. Very inspiring ! Makes me want
to brush off my superhero screenplay and film it.
Kudos, Jake !
Great short film Jake. I'll forever love Superman, he's one of the few characters that can lift me up and make me know that heroism doesn't always have to come from him being Superman, but from him just being with people.
Not sure if I’m the only one that notice this or not but you can apply this entire short film to arguments people have about God. Not sure with this wasn’t intentional but wholesome ☦️
Thanks you guys. I do love that line, along with Clark's very last words: "Weren't you [looking], or could you just not see?" If you want to be a part of my next movie, I posted a link to my new Kickstarter video in the One on One video description. Please watch it. If you like it, share it with your friends!
I'm glad you loved it! I'm actually in the middle of my next project. If you want to be a part of it, there's a link to the Kickstarter video in the One on One video description. Please watch it. If you like it, share it with your friends!
This man can bench press the earth for 5 days straight.... but this is what makes him the “Superman”
Thanks, Carl! I'm so happy you think it's fantastic. I'm in the middle of my next project. If you want to be a part of it, there's a link to the Kickstarter video in the One on One video description. Please watch it. If you like it, share it with your friends!
Thanks, Edward! I'm glad you like it. I'm in the middle of my next project. If you want to be a part of it, there's a link to the Kickstarter video in the One on One video description. Please watch it. If you like it, share it with your friends!
That's what I thought as well. A lot of people don't realize what makes Superman great, it isn't his powers or feats of strength. It is his ideals and morals how someone so powerful can be so compassionate and selfless and willing to help everyone.
It is a crime just how difficult this was to find.
Oh my gosh I love this very much!! Thank you for making this!!💖💖💖
So glad you liked it? Are you a Superman fan? Do you have a favorite Supes story? I really like Jeph Loeb’s “Superman for All Seasons.”
@@JakeThomasMovies I've just been introduced to DC because I've always been an anime fan. I've only been watching animated dc stuff but I do want to start reading the comics. Any recommendations??
I had to comment here again, this film is rare in it's quality. A film that actually GETS Superman, it amazes me every time I see it. Thank you for making this, you've done the franchise more justice than its holders as of late.
It's so true!
Perfect in spirit and tone.
Thank you.