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Pompo the Cinephile

7.2/10

Rating

94 min

Runtime

2021

Release Year

Takayuki Hirao

Director

Cast

Konomi Kohara, Hiroya Shimizu, Rinka Otani, Ai Kakuma, Akio Otsuka

Quick Synopsis

In the bustling movie hub known as Nyallywood, Pompo is a filmmaker known for producing a series of enjoyable B-grade movies. His assistant, Gene, who is passionate about films, discovers a new script written by Pompo and is deeply impressed by its compelling story. Eager to see it made into a film, Gene expresses his desire to have it completed and shown in theaters quickly. Pompo challenges him to direct the movie himself, leading Gene to take on his first role as a director. At the same time, Natalie, a newcomer to the city with aspirations of becoming a movie actress, catches Pompo's attention and is discovered by her.

Detailed Synopsis of Pompo the Cinephile

Operating out of the movie capital "Nyallywood," Pompo has been shooting one B-grade entertainment flick after another that anyone would enjoy. One day, Pompo's "movie buff" assistant Gene spots a new script written by Pompo and is moved by its exquisite story. In a fit of passion, he proclaims, "I want to see this as a finished work in theaters as soon as possible!" However, Pompo tells him, "So you shoot this film." Thus, Gene takes on his first directing gig. Meanwhile, Natalie, an ordinary girl who just arrived in town with movie actress dreams, has been discovered by Pompo...

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