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Brendan Fraser Backs Inspiring Autism Film "Saving Superman"

11/11/2025

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Brendan Fraser, the actor, joined Saving Superman as an executive producer.
Fraser praised Jonathan's spirit, emphasizing the importance of empathy.
The film tells the story of Jonathan, a 57-year-old man with autism from Glen Ellyn, Illinois, whose community rallied when his home faced threats.
Directed by Adam Oppenheim and Samuel-Ali Mirpoorian, Saving Superman has screened at over 60 festivals and won more than 10 awards.

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Story summary

Brendan Fraser, the actor, joined Saving Superman as an executive producer.
Fraser praised Jonathan's spirit, emphasizing the importance of empathy.
The film tells the story of Jonathan, a 57-year-old man with autism from Glen Ellyn, Illinois, whose community rallied when his home faced threats.
Directed by Adam Oppenheim and Samuel-Ali Mirpoorian, Saving Superman has screened at over 60 festivals and won more than 10 awards.