406 - "Selling Superman" Director Adam Schomer on Meditation, Documentaries, Inner Power, and Legal Strategies for Documentary Filmmakers

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In this episode of The MAKE IT Podcast, Director, Producer, and Writer Adam Schomer dives deep into the world of documentary filmmaking, focusing on his latest documentary, "Selling Superman." The conversation explores themes of comic book collecting, family dynamics, and personal growth, with Schomer sharing insights into his filmmaking philosophy and approach to storytelling. Through a candid and engaging discussion, the episode reveals the power of documentaries to uncover deeper human experiences and challenge societal perceptions.

We also talk about:

• The therapeutic potential of comic book collecting

• Navigating legal challenges in documentary filmmaking

• The importance of meditation and inner peace

• Balancing creative vision with investor expectations

• The definition of personal success and happiness

Products, software, websites, people, or places mentioned:

• Adam Schomer

• Darren Watts (documentary subject)

• Superman

• Christopher Reeve

• Selling Superman documentary

• Selling Superman on Amazon Prime

• Comic Con San Diego

• Donaldson Group (legal firm)

• Cornell University

• Ecuador

• Singapore

• Lego Land Florida

• Midas Man (film)

• Heal (documentary)

• The Highest Pass (documentary)

• i2i Productions (production company)

• Sattva (meditation app)

• Cotton Bureau (MAKE IT apparel)

• Fortress of Solitude

• Marvel and DC Comics

• Street Fighter

• X-Men

• Batman

• Wolverine

• Spider-Man

• Professor X

• Doctor Strange

• Daredevil

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