James Eatock Joins Us to Discuss The Return of Faker and the Faking Filmation Documentary

In this episode, James Eatock takes us behind the scenes of his journey to create The Return of Faker, a fan-made He-Man cartoon that pays tribute to the classic Filmation series, and the making of his documentary, Faking Filmation.

Faking Filmation dives deep into the world of fandom, intellectual property, and the sometimes blurry line between the two. The documentary traces the evolution of animated cartoons, the history of the iconic Filmation studio, and one fan’s mission to honor the creators of his beloved childhood show with the ultimate tribute.

Four years ago, James set out on a personal dream to craft an unofficial He-Man episode that would blend seamlessly with the original Filmation series. Every detail— from the animation style and sound effects to the voices and music—was meticulously designed to capture the magic of the 1980s classic. With the help of a dedicated team of volunteers who shared his passion, James poured over 3.5 years of hard work into bringing his vision to life. The finished product was ready to premiere at Power-Con… only to face legal challenges from NBC/Universal, the rights holder for He-Man and Masters of the Universe.

Join us as James shares the highs and lows of his creative journey, from the excitement of creating The Return of Faker to navigating the complexities of fandom and intellectual property, all while Faking Filmation takes shape as a documentary.

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For updates on the status of Faking Filmation, visit their Kickstarter page.