What it means to be a Superman Born on September 25, 1952, native New Yorker Christopher Reeve has lead a life of stardom, coupled with a life of tragedy. Leading a very successful film career, Reeves was on top of the world, until the fifth day of May of nineteen ninety-five. On this day, Reeves life would change forever. However, no tragedy could stop a true Superman. Attending Princeton day academy Reeves was a success from the …showed first 75 words of 718 total…

…showed last 75 words of 718 total…has made people feel good about themselves. Displaying such courage and energy along with the state he is in can only encourage other people. If he can continue his life, still reaching for goals, then anybody in this world can do it. Superman was not great because he was indestructible. Superman was great because of his heart, and his courage. Christopher Reeve is not just a Superman on screen. He is a Superman in real-life.