Paul Dini
Also Known As: Paul McClaran Dini
Biography: Paul Dini was born on August 7, 1957 in New York City, New York, USA. He is known for his work on Batman Beyond: Return of the Joker (2000), Superman (1996) and Batman Beyond (1999). He has been married to Misty Lee since October 30, 2005. A writer for animation (Batman, Superman, Hulk & The Agents of SMASH, Ultimate Spider-Man, Duck Dodgers, Justice League, Tom & Jerry, Star Wars to name a few), live drama TV (Lost, Tower Prep) comics (Detective, Batman: Streets of Gotham, Zatanna, Gotham City Sirens), video games (Arkham Asylum, Arkham City) and creator of such original characters and comics series as Jingle Belle, Madame Mirage, Mutant, Texas and many others.
Department: Writing
Place of Birth: New York City, New York, USA
Birthday: August 07, 1957
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Gender: Male
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Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back
Overview: When Jay and Silent Bob learn that their comic-book alter egos, Bluntman and Chronic, have been sold to Hollywood as part of a big-screen movie that leaves them out of any royalties, the pair travels to Tinseltown to sabotage the production.
Genres: Comedy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2001-08-22
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First Flight: The Fleischer Superman Series
Overview: Superman leaps off the comic page for the first time in this animated series that ran from 1941-1942.
Genres: Animation Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2006-11-28
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Kevin Conroy: I Am the Knight
Overview: Take a look at the legacy of Kevin Conroy, who voiced Batman for 30 years in film, television, video games, and more.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2023-09-12
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Dr. Seuss and the Grinch: From Whoville to Hollywood
Overview: A documentary that reveals the origins of Dr. Seuss as well as his Grinch creation going from children's book to TV special.
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Original Language: en
Release Date: 2006-11-21
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The Harley Effect
Overview: Documentary short about the creation and enduring legacy of Harley Quinn in animation, comics, and live action
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2017-08-08
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Once Upon a Time: The Super Heroes
Overview: The historical saga of American superheroes. Born in the period between the Great Depression and the World War II to combat the hobgoblins of the modern world, these mutant human beings with superhuman powers colonized the funny papers, radio dramas, television and films, to become a truly national industry in the United States: they gave expression to the fears and obsessions of the twentieth century and bolstered American ideals.
Genres: Documentary TV Movie Animation
Original Language: fr
Release Date: 2001-12-23
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The Fire Rises: The Creation and Impact of The Dark Knight Trilogy
Overview: This feature-length documentary delves into the trilogy, opening with the inspiration and vision for the new Batman films and inching its way toward the Rises finale and the culmination of nearly a decade of creative blood, sweat and tears. Candid, thoughtful and extensive, and comprised of revealing behind-the-scenes footage, countless interviews, audition tapes (with Christian Bale and Cillian Murphy doning the cape and cowl), and a narrative grip and momentum all its own, it leaves no stone unturned.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2013-09-24
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Comic-Con Episode IV: A Fan's Hope
Overview: A behind-the-scenes look at San Diego Comic-Con, the world's largest comic book convention, and the fans who attend every year.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2011-09-10
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Floyd Norman: An Animated Life
Overview: Animator. Storyman. Troublemaker. At 80 years old, see how Disney Legend Floyd Norman, the first African-American animator at Disney, continues to impact animation and stir up "trouble" after the company forced him to retire at age 65.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2016-02-05
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The Legend of Kingdom Come
Overview: This feature documentary is an origin story about the beloved 90s-era graphic novel Kingdom Come, going behind the scenes and inside the mind of its creator: comic book legend Alex Ross.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2025-02-12
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Comic Book Literacy
Overview: Comic books are a medium as diverse as movies and encourage more thought than video games. Yet this misunderstood medium has always been the dirty little secret of the literature world. From the immigrant who learns English by reading Superman comics to the child who develops a love of literature from the X-Men, comics have kept America reading for decades with fantastic tales, well structured stories and amazing fantasies.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2009-11-01
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Behind the Tunes: Wacky Warner One-Shots
Overview: Historians and modern animators discuss classic era Warner cartoons without "stars": characters who returned in subsequent cartoons.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2007-10-30
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Behind the Tunes: Drawn to Life - The Art of Robert McKimson
Overview: A look at the career of Warner Bros. animator and director Robert McKimson
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Original Language: en
Release Date: 2007-10-30
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Behind the Tunes: Once Upon A Looney Tune
Overview: A look at the fairy tale-based Looney Tunes and Merrie Melodies cartoons, starring characters like Bugs Bunny, Daffy Duck, Sylvester, Tweety, Elmer Fudd, and more.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2007-10-30
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Behind the Tunes: Real American Zero - The Adventures of Private Snafu
Overview: Historians and animators discuss the Private Snafu cartoons made for military training during World War II.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2007-10-30
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Unsung Maestros: A Directors Tribute
Overview: The titular directors discussed are: Hugh Harman and Rudolf Ising (1930-1933), Jack King (1934-1936), Ub Iwerks (1937), Ben Hardaway (1934-1940), Norm McCabe (1940-1943), and Art Davis (1945-1949)
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2007-10-30
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Heart of Batman
Overview: In the early 1990s, a rare gathering of talent defined Batman for a generation. Twenty-five years later, "Batman: The Animated Series" continues to inspire fans and myth-makers all over the world. This is an in-depth look at the storytellers behind the series.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2018-10-30
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Backyard Blockbusters
Overview: For years, people have been making home movies, many times using pop culture properties that they may not own, but love. In recent years, these types of projects have come to be known as "fanfilms". Backyard Blockbusters looks at the history and influence of the fanfilm genre, as well as the copyright and fair use problems these films create, featuring highlights from and interviews with the creators of many popular films.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2012-08-31
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Joker: Put on a Happy Face
Overview: Featuring interviews with filmmakers and industry legends, discover the origins and evolution of The Joker, and learn why The Clown Prince of Crime is universally hailed as the greatest comic-book supervillain of all time.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2020-08-18
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Necessary Evil: Super-Villains of DC Comics
Overview: A documentary detailing the epic Rogues' Gallery of DC Comics from The Joker and Lex Luthor, Sinestro, Darkseid and more, this documentary will explore the Super Villains of DC Comics.
Genres: Documentary Action Crime
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2013-10-23
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Erection of an Epic - The Making of Mallrats
Overview: The outrageous insider's look at the creation of a cult classic.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2005-09-20
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Behind the Tunes: Looney Tunes Go to War!
Overview: A Documentary about the Looney Tunes war cartoons
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2005-10-25
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Catwoman: The Feline Femme Fatale
Overview: A documentary about the history of Catwoman from DC.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2021-05-05
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Out of the Inkwell: The Fleischer Story
Overview: A documentary about the Fleischer brothers and how they revolutionized animation.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2008-06-16
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Comic Book: The Movie
Overview: Hugh Hefner, Stan Lee, Mark Hamill and Kevin Smith journey into the world of comic book fandom! Documentary filmmaker Donald Swan heads to the world's largest comic book convention where he encounters a culture of craziness that he's totally unprepared for.
Genres: Action Comedy Thriller Drama Mystery Adventure Fantasy
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2004-01-27
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Countdown to Wednesday
Overview: Interviews with industry professionals on how to break into the comic book biz.
Genres: Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2004-11-30
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Batman: A Dynamic Legacy
Overview: I look at the legacy of the the 1966 Batman television series
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Original Language: en
Release Date: 2008-06-01
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