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Ironic what truly made him a Superman

posted 9 years ago by jaiblue25
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Seeing as Christopher died soon after, it is odd seeing him in such a vulnerable yet also very strong state. I thinm it was incredibly brave of him to play this part. And although it didn't take a large amount of skill because it was all very real for him, I commend him the most for simply "getting on with it" and living as full as he could. I do wonder if his family finds it hard watching any of his movies, either from before, or after the injury. On another note, when I was about 12 or 13 my mother took me to see him speak at a seminar in Utah not long after his injury and though I was very young and don't remember all that was said, what stayed with me was his beautiful presence. He came off so pure, strong, and positive. I sensed no amount of resentment for what had happened to him..which for someone who had previously been at the peak would have been easy to feel. He was a truly bright spirit, and I believe he was brought to this earth to make a powerful mark, and this he did. His most important mission seems to have come to him later in life.

[–] olliemankz 8 years ago

That is truly beautifully said. It brought tears to my eyes. I hadn't thought of Reeves's later life as a mission, and yet it probably was. He has probably served as an inspiration for millions.

I also see what you mean about the purity of his spirit. I actually felt that he did quite a yeomanlike job of acting. I watched his beautiful face closely and although so many clips were probably isolated takes by the director saying, "Now such and such has happened so you need to look this way," to me Reeve managed to convey a range of emotions. It is surprising that such a handsome man did not seem touched by the corruption that can come of vanity. Perhaps his good looks and his bright spirit, as you say, pushed him to become what his destiny said he should be ... and his final destiny was to be that courageous example for others of which you speak.

[–] jaiblue25 8 years ago

Wow, what a sweetheart you are. YOUR reply brought tears to MY eyes. Thank you so much for the compliments, and depth of understanding. You sound like a very empathetic person. Bless.