Death of a Superhero
- Director: Ian FitzGibbon
- Writer: Anthony McCarten, based on his novel
- Cast: Andy Serkis, Thomas Brodie-Sangster, Aisling Loftus, Michael McElhatton, Sharon Horgan, Jessica Schwarz
- Theatrical Release Date: May 4, 2012
- Distributor: Tribeca Film
- On The Web IMDB Entry
Synopsis: Donald is 15 and dreams of girls, sex and crazy adventures. In his fantasy world, he creates an immortal superhero who fights against all evil. And in reality? Donald is falling in love with the school rebel while fighting against a terminal illness. [Synopsis courtesy of TIFF]
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