The Masters of Comic Book Art (1987) Documentary

The Masters of Comic Book Art was released on VHS in 1987, a pivotal time when the industry was shifting. The documentary captured an era of tremendous change, with independent comics gaining popularity and creators like Miller and Alan Moore experimenting with more mature themes.  The film offers a glimpse into the art form just before the speculator boom of the 1990s and features some of the last interviews with legendary figures like Kirby and Kurtzman before their deaths. While some of the content is now dated, it remains a valuable time capsule and a must-see for comic book fans, especially for the rare appearance by Steve Ditko.  Since its original release, the documentary has re-emerged on platforms like YouTube, making it accessible to a new generation of fans.  #steveditko #nealadams #moebius #jackkirby #frankmiller #davesim