Casting Superman: The Journey to Iconic Roles

This chapter explores the early career of a director who successfully transitioned from commercials to feature films, culminating in 'Superman: The Movie.' It highlights the casting struggles faced by Christopher Reeve, the influence of notable figures like Katharine Hepburn, and the filming challenges involving Marlon Brando's unique approach. Additionally, it provides entertaining anecdotes from the production, including a mustache negotiation with Gene Hackman and the quirky audition of Margot Kidder as Lois Lane.