Grant Morrison: Talking with Gods
2010 · 80 MIN · IMDB 7.7 · 411 VOTES · DIR. Patrick Meaney
Overview
Philosopher, pop-icon, shaman and story teller - as one of the most influential comic book writers in the market today, Grant Morrison is all of these things. His explosive and often controversial 30 year career has made him a household name for comic fans, and he shows no signs of slowing down. Morrison's career is now taking a new turn, as he explores media beyond comic books. With film and television projects on the horizon, more and more people are asking "Who is Grant Morrison?" Grant Morrison: Talking with Gods is a feature length documentary that takes an in depth look at the life, career and mind of the man behind such pivotal titles as Batman RIP, The Invisibles, All Star Superman, The New X-Men, and many more. Featuring candid interviews with Morrison and his most important collaborators, Talking with Gods reveals an intelligent and thought provoking side of comic books that is often overlooked in Hollywood adaptations.
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00:00:05 Crowd Noise
00:03:22 and whatever you think l am, that's what I’m not.
00:06:05 (Grant Morrison) My father was getting arrested often
00:09:16 When l had my appendix taken out, l was lying in hospital watching this green light all night
00:12:31 And how things like comics and fantasy can get you out of that, and give you something to aspire to
00:15:46 (Grant Morrison) And that’s what l was interested in
00:19:20 We weren't very good at being a band, we didn't know how to deal with groupies
00:23:12 They said they’d give me a call and it was one of those moments where it's like oh my God, DC Comics just phoned me.
00:26:53 because l didn’t have so much work.
00:30:44 He wore a cap, leather cap. Sideburns, dark hair.
00:34:13 Suddenly l was traveling around the world, flying to San Francisco to meet people that seemed interesting.
00:37:53 which were going on in San Francisco that night.
00:41:25 ln his completely insane and unreasonable way
00:45:06 y'know, mirror matter. Exclamation mark. Exclamation mark.
00:48:35 l remember he'd get involved in these adventures
00:52:11 Singing for these gorgeous girls and admiring boys.
00:55:49 The 90s is over, pal.
00:59:23 People were revealing themselves to be bastards.
01:02:31 l invited them to a birthday party l was having.
01:04:54 l think he just has a more mature way of getting his point across now
01:08:02 lt probably reads that way as well.
01:10:17 And l felt as though there was something in Grant
01:13:24 lt was exploring that theme again about the importance of story
01:16:26 But, l think it has to.