Autoproduction

About This Movie

So, 'Autoproduction' is this quirky gem that really captures the essence of low-budget filmmaking. Set in the eclectic streets of Paris, it follows Morimoto, a 60-year-old Japanese man who’s completely out of his element, lost in a city where he can’t even speak the language. The film has a raw, almost documentary feel, with Sornaga working against financial constraints to bring this oddball story to life. You get a sense of the characters’ absurdity and the pacing has this nice, languid rhythm that makes you feel the isolation and surreal encounters. It's a unique dive into the challenges of making art on a shoestring and the odd connections that can happen in such a vast city.

This title is fairly elusive, as it hasn’t seen a wide release or extensive distribution, making it a bit of a treasure for collectors. There are limited screenings, often at indie film festivals or small retrospectives, which adds to its underground appeal. If you manage to find a physical copy, you’d likely have something not many other collectors have, making it a conversation starter for sure.