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Popatopolis

  • 2009
  • 1h 15m
IMDb RATING
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Rules for Success: “A Big Chase and A Big Chest.”  The true story of a feature film shot in three days: The making of The Witches of Breastwick.
A documentary chronicling the low budget productions of Jim Wynorski, reigning king of the B-movie.
Starring Julie K. Smith, Monique Parent, Julie Strain, Stormy Daniels, Joe Souza, Antonia Dorian
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Prolific B-movie director Jim Wynorski attempts to make a feature film in three days.Prolific B-movie director Jim Wynorski attempts to make a feature film in three days.Prolific B-movie director Jim Wynorski attempts to make a feature film in three days.

  • Director
    • Clay Westervelt
  • Writer
    • Clay Westervelt
  • Stars
    • Jim Wynorski
    • Julie K. Smith
    • Julie Strain
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    • Director
      • Clay Westervelt
    • Writer
      • Clay Westervelt
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      • Jim Wynorski
      • Julie K. Smith
      • Julie Strain
    • 13User reviews
    • 26Critic reviews
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    • Awards
      • 3 wins total

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    8hollaatyogurl

    A must-see for film junkies of the world

    Jim Wynorski is a uniquely expressive human being in every way possible. As a reigning b- movie director he's gifted, easily irritated, your best friend at times, and a bit crazy. For Wynorski's sake, who wouldn't be a bit crazy after trying to repeatedly make movies with three days or less? But somehow, someway he does the impossible.

    Popatopolis lets you take a front row journey of the production for, "The Witches of Breastwick" and just how Wynorski directs the incredible task of creating a film in three days with a three-man crew and a selection D-list talent. Through the movie you will find yourself laughing and learning from his infamous line, "I hate it, I hate it" to his views on life, "Here is a lesson for all you stupid, stupid chicks out in Hollywood… and there's plenty of ya." Prior to Popatopolis, I had minimal understanding of the b-movie world and have gained an appreciation for the art form. It's a great insight on the b-movie genre and anyone who admires the work of production and filmmaking.
    7gavin6942

    A Man Who Deserves a Documentary... Now Gets One!

    When it comes to B-movies, the modern master has to be Jim Wynorski. While Roger Corman (whom he had previously worked for) will likely be the all-time king, Wynorski is today's reigning master (though Fred Olen Ray may have a chance at the crown).

    Having Lloyd Kaufman and Tom Savini praise you must be the highlight of the low budget career. Working with Heather Locklear, Julie Strain... discovering Jennifer Love Hewitt? He may make a lot of terrible films, but he has left his stain on the film industry permanently! And, hey, he made "Chopping Mall". Even if he never made any other film, that alone seals a place in horror, science fiction and film history. That ranks among the all-time greats.

    Not sure what his obsession with breasts is, but he knows what he wants and he gets it. So, well done.
    7aliciaann_b

    For All Of The Frugal Film Makers

    Jim Wynorski is a character in himself. This documentary is more than a notorious B-Movie director attempting to film a movie in three days, its about the director behind it all. Jim is funny, angry, talented, and some might say a bit crazy. His famous catch phrase, "Hate It!" is a definite theme throughout the film. Watching this short-tempered director bark orders at his crew of two, and D-list actors is often uncomfortable but also entertaining. You learn about Jim's past from his adorable mother who says,"He was always a loner." and "He's a director..right?". I found this documentary absolutely hilarious and interesting. The film maker in me really needed to know HOW was this man going to make a feature, even a B-movie, in THREE DAYS?! And with a two man crew?! The concept seemed so absurd to me, and probably most people. But to see how resourceful he is was a learning experience. The documentary will definitely make you laugh and is a must see for anyone who is into the now dying genre of B-Movies. Popatopolis is also perfect if you are a aspiring or even successful film maker.
    7hixwilliamryan

    Popatopolis

    Popatopolois places the audience in the exciting world of film production... well, not the big Hollywood, multi-million dollar productions many dream of, rather the crude, low budget, desperate talent, minimal time, and no hope of stardom or producing a blockbuster. Within this dying world of B-films one man stands apart from the rest, Jim Wynorski's. An obsession for filmmaking and large breasted women catapulted Jim to the top of the B-film world, yet that has done little for the man's personal life.

    The concept is simple; Jim is a man who can produce a product for market when all the odds seem to be against him. But, when he is given two days to shoot a feature tension pushes everyone to their limits. The film itself builds a certain fondness for Jim, who comes across as a misunderstood artist, who has made a way for himself but has yet to make it out of the low budget industry. The film is rough and raw, much like Jim. The film will keep you laughing, and keep you questioning the film making tactics of the "legendary" Jim Wynorski.
    6refinedsugar

    Titillating 411

    My first viewing of 'Popatopolis' was mildly entertaining as it was supposed to be. A light exploration of those sometimes likable T&A flicks & a well known b-movie director. This documentary traces Jim Wynorski's career, actresses within his films and isn't a bad watch for fans of this genre. It's "talking heads" format and a little too much industry back patting I could have done with less though.

    Thru clips & interviews you get a quick picture of his start before boobs took over his movies. Back when he wasn't exclusively pumping out softcore romps and also working with a bit more money, imagination. This leads to the loose narrative at the heart of this doc as we follow along as Jim shoots his T&A flick 'Witches of Breastwick' in three days. Thankfully filmmaker Clay Westervelt shows this mock "challenge" to ultimately be a maneuver to make a flick with the least amount of effort, cost in all regards.

    Most interesting pieces come courtesy of facts. Technology changed everything. Better cheaper cameras. The internet and more accessible porn. Much smaller b-movie market. Acting "talent" gone and budgets disappear. Sex even more important to sell. A paycheck is a paycheck. 'Popatopolis' hits all these notes and it's edited to be an easy watch.

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      • June 10, 2009 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
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    • Language
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    • Filming locations
      • Los Angeles, California, USA
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      • Imaginaut Entertainment
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      • 1h 15m(75 min)
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