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Philippe Lacheau's (English title: Superwho? ), released in February 2022, is a dense tribute to geek culture that functions as both a slapstick comedy and a technical parody of modern superhero blockbusters. The film centers on Cédric, a struggling actor who gets his big break playing the Batman-esque "Badman," only to suffer amnesia and wake up convinced he is the actual hero. Deep Dive into Geek References

“It's got all the necessary elements to make it a parody... (the Spider-Man upside-down kiss scene will stick with you forever).” IMDb

: The protagonist's suit and "Badman" persona spoof the gritty, heavy aesthetics of Batman. The costume was specifically designed to look "serious but slightly wrong" to enable slapstick while mocking the "gritty reboot" trope. Philippe Lacheau's (English title: Superwho

“Unlike many parodies, the plot is incredibly intricate and well fleshed out whilst the special effects equal those of the films it apes.” Letterboxd Critical Themes & Execution

: The most iconic nod is a direct parody of the famous upside-down kiss from Sam Raimi’s Spider-Man (2002), which viewers noted as one of the film's most memorable scenes. Deep Dive into Geek References “It's got all

: Unlike its targets, the film relies heavily on practical effects and minimizes CGI to maintain its comedic grounding.

The film's humor relies on a deep familiarity with the visual language of the and DC universes. “Unlike many parodies, the plot is incredibly intricate

The film is available on platforms like Amazon Prime Video and IMDb for those looking to catch every hidden background gag and Easter egg.