The documentary Shopping for Superman chronicles the 50-year journey of local comic book stores, exploring their profound influence on popular culture and the numerous challenges they currently face. Despite a 75% industry decline, stagnant sales, superhero burnout, and online retail competition, these iconic stores must find a way to thrive.
Shopping for Superman
The documentary Shopping for Superman explores the 50-year history of local comic book stores, their cultural significance, and the challenges they face, including industry contraction, declining sales, and online competition.
















