Bill Watterson's iconic comic strip Calvin and Hobbes, which ended in 1995, continues to influence fans and artists, as explored through interviews in this film.
“An Exploration of Calvin & Hobbes”
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Bill Watterson's iconic comic strip Calvin and Hobbes, which ended in 1995, continues to influence fans and artists, as explored through interviews in this film.
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Bill Watterson's comic strip Calvin and Hobbes ended on December 31, 1995. Since then, Watterson has remained out of the public eye. Dear Mr. Watterson, directed by Joel Allen Schroeder, features interviews with fans and fellow artists, including Jean Schulz and Stephan Pastis. The film investigates the lasting influence of the strip and its themes. It premiered at the Cleveland International Film Festival on April 9, 2013.
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Why Watch
- Meet Bill Watterson's influential comic strip fans
- See interviews with famous cartoonists like Berkeley Breathed
- Find out why Watterson avoided public appearances
Did You Know
- Bill Watterson ended Calvin and Hobbes on December 31, 1995.
- The first Kickstarter campaign raised over 200% of its $12,000 goal.
- The film was accepted into the Cleveland International Film Festival on March 1, 2013.
- The documentary premiered on April 9, 2013, at the Cleveland festival.
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Who directed the documentary Dear Mr. Watterson?
Dear Mr. Watterson was directed by Joel Allen Schroeder.
When did Calvin and Hobbes end?
Calvin and Hobbes ended on December 31, 1995.
What was the goal of the first Kickstarter campaign for Dear Mr. Watterson?
The first Kickstarter campaign aimed to raise $12,000 and ended up raising more than 200% of that goal.
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