American Splendor

Directed by Shari Springer Berman and Robert Pulcini
2003    1h 41m    R
Drama, Comedy,
7.494%86%
In a unique blend of documentary and narrative, "American Splendor" chronicles the life of Harvey Pekar, a reluctant comic book writer, as he transforms mundane struggles into compelling art, showcasing the beauty of the ordinary with humor and heart.
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Cast of American Splendor
  • Paul GiamattiHarvey Pekar
  • Hope DavisJoyce Brabner
  • Judah FriedlanderToby Radloff
  • James UrbaniakRobert Crumb
  • Earl BillingsMr. Boats
  • James McCaffreyFred
  • Maggie MooreAlice Quinn
  • Vivienne BeneschLana
  • Daniel TayYoung Harvey
  • Harvey PekarReal Harvey
  • Donal LogueStage Actor Harvey
  • Josh HutchersonRobin
  • Joyce BrabnerHerself
  • Molly ShannonStage Actor Joyce
  • Toby RadloffHimself
  • Eytan MirskyThe Guitarist
  • Joey KrajcarBatman
  • Chris AmbroseSuperman
  • Cameron CarterGreen Lantern
  • Mary FaktorHousewife
  • Madylin SweetenDanielle
  • Ebon Moss-BachrachMTV Director
  • Rae Sunshine LeeCashier
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