Our Story

EC Comics was one of the most important cultural touchstones of the 20th century, and THE most controversial comic book company of the McCarthy era. In titles such as Tales From the Crypt, Weird Science, and the much-beloved Mad magazine, the men and women of EC refused to compromise as they broke boundaries of race, sexuality and morality. Their rewards? They captured the imagination of an entire generation, and were eventually censored and ran out of business by no less an august body than the United States Congress. Even though the censors won the battle, crushing EC in one of Americas most devastating creative witch hunts, the creators won the war. Their legacy would rise from the ashes, spawning two of TVs most popular and long-running series (Tales from the Crypt, Mad TV), and living on in reprints for decades, directly inspiring numerous major motion pictures and influencing a new generation of writers, artists, filmmakers, and actors.

Our film captures first-hand accounts with the artists who lived the legend, in addition to interviews with generations of comic creators and filmmakers who were inspired by their ground-breaking work.

Confirmed interviews from modern talent include: Jimmy Palmiotti (Pinkiller Jane, Powergirl), Mark Waid (52, EIC Boom! Studios), Steve Niles (30 Days of Night), Thomas Jane (The Punisher, Hung, Boogie Nights), Arthur Suydam (Marvel Zombies), Tim Sale (Batman: The Long Halloween), Stan Lee (founding father of the Marvel Universe)  and many more!

Filmmakers

What We Need & What You Get

Many of the original EC creators are getting on in years and live in different areas of the United States. We need you to get this project off the ground before their stories are lost forever! Bringing our crew across the country to talk one on one with these great talents is a once in a lifetime opportunity. With your help and funding this piece of history will be in production and not waiting its way through traditional channels. This film is too important and time is too limited to be patient. 

For your contribution to the film we have outlined several perks at various funding levels. We appreciate every dollar donated and thank you all in advance for helping get to get this project moving!

Other Ways You Can Help

Don't forget to spread the word! Even if you can't contribute, please make sure to tell your friends about the project and share the link online. The more people who know about the film the faster our goals will be met.