Director: Adam Oppenheim, Samuel-Ali Mirpoorian Cast: Sandra Charbonneau, Jonathan Charbonneau, Julie Spiller
In a small suburb outside of Chicago lives Jonathan, a 57 year old man with ASD (autism spectrum disorder), also known as ‘Superman’. Known for his heroic actions, Jonathan is a revered member of the Glen Ellyn community and has been a staple in the 4th of July Parade for nearly 30 years. When Jonathan’s living circumstances were threatened by a new building owner, the townspeople sprung into action after his best friend Julie started a fundraiser to save his home.
This film can be seen in Shorts Program 12: Documentary Shorts 2