The interviews have a genuine feel that goes beyond simply talking up Mignola. There is the normal talk about the work speaking to outsiders, but it all rings much truer here. Listening to Sugar talk about how comfortable it made her feel or seeing Del Toro accept the Oscar for The Shape of Water are just two of the powerful moments in Drawing Monsters. It is not the praise that will make some teary eyed, however. Unsurprisingly, they all speak highly of the artist. It is filled with interviews that range from actors Ron Perlman and Patton Oswalt to creators such as Guillermo Del Toro and Rebecca Sugar. As expected, there is the story of Mignola’s rise, but it is the many testimonials that really give Drawing Monsters its emotional weight. The documentary is surprisingly heartwarming. More than that, it looks at the long lasting impact. Filled with interviews, the film is a look at Mignola’s career. Mike Mignola: Drawing Monsters (The Secret Origin of Hellboy) looks at the creator of Hellboy and the vast universe he has created.
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