Deep Dive: She Makes Comics (2014)
Film Lens
She Makes Comics is a documentary that covers the history of women in the comic book industry from the early 1900s to the present. It features interviews with key figures such as writer Kelly Sue DeConnick and artist Becky Cloonan, highlighting their contributions and experiences in a male-dominated field. The film also examines the underground comics movement of the 1970s and the rise of women in prominent positions at mainstream publishers during the 1980s.
The film was directed by Marisa Stotter and produced by Respect Films and Sequart Organization. It premiered at the Comic-Con International Film Festival in 2015, winning the best documentary award. The production involved interviews conducted in various cities, including New York and San Diego, with industry professionals and members of the fan community, providing a comprehensive view of women's roles in comics.
Why Watch
- •Meet Kelly Sue DeConnick and other influential creators.
- •Find out about women in the underground comics of the 70s.
- •See the rise of female leaders in major comic publishers.
Did You Know
•The Kickstarter campaign raised $54,001 in 31 days in 2014.
•Marisa Stotter began working with Respect Films in the summer of 2013.
•The film won the best documentary award at the Comic-Con International Film Festival in 2015.
•Jackie Ormes was the first female African-American cartoonist featured in a mini-documentary funded by the Kickstarter surplus.
Perfect For
Comic book historyWomen in mediaIndependent comics