Film industry in micronationalism
The film industry in micronationalism refers to the filmmaking industry in micronationalism. Almost all films produced by a micronation are short films, and typically have a very low budget. Most micronational films are only available in the respected micronations or on YouTube or Vimeo.
Kaz has recently become the biggest film industry in the micronational world. Molossia, Olov, and New Eiffel are also notable micronations when it comes to films.
Upcoming films
Data Disaster
Data Disaster is an animated film that follows the adventure of Captain Zamora transporting confidential data from one military base to another.
Gallop the film
Plot unknown. Being produced by C.O.B.-MNM and Blue Productions.
New Eiffel (documentary)
New Eiffel is an upcoming documentary film about the micronation New Eiffel. As of 21 May 2019, the film does not have an official release date. It is planned to be uploaded to YouTube.
The Republic of Me
Dabmasters
Fish 'n Chips
Attack From Planet Z
Attack From Planet Z is a movie about a Zombie apocalypse in the future and two kids have to take a cure to a city 50 miles away. Produced by EliCorp Studios. Planed to be released Christmas of 2022
Peter and Leonard Drawn to Danger
Peter and Leonard Drawn to Danger, is a live-action/animation movie, that will star Peter and Leonard, and Jerald the Giraffe the two stars of Kaz Studios.
Popular films
Peter and Leonard film series
Peter and Leonard is a film series produced in Kaz following the story of two goofy detectives. Eight films have been produced, and two of them are currently available on YouTube.
Statistics
| Rank | Micronation | Films | Year(s) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Kaz
|
38 | 2018–present |
| 2 |  Principality of New Eiffel
|
26 | 2013–present |
| 3 |  Molossia
|
17 | 2007?-present |
| 4 |  State of Malinovia
|
4 | 2018–present |
| 5 |  Republic of Keig
|
1 | 2015 |
| 6 | Hamlinian Republic | 1 | 2012 |
| 7 |  Republic of Olov
|
4 | 2021 |
List of films
- See also: Lists of films by micronation
Micronationalism in film
In 2010, a documentary film by Jody Shapiro entitled How to Start Your Own Country was screened as part of the Toronto International Film Festival. The documentary explored various micronations around the world, and included an analysis of the concept of statehood and citizenship. Erwin Strauss, the author of the eponymous book, was interviewed as part of the film.[1]
In 2010, Nostalgia Critic produced Kickassia, in which they attempt to invade the Republic of Molossia and turn it into "Kickassia".[2]
In 2011, the German-language documentary film by Paul Poet Empire Me: New Worlds Are Happening! premiered at the Aubagne International Film Festival 2012. It won several awards.[3]
Rose Island, released on Netflix in 2020, is based on the true story of engineer Giorgio Rosa and the Republic of Rose Island.[4]
See also
References
- ↑ Jody Shapiro (2010). How to Start your Own Country. tiff.net.
- ↑ Kickassia. TV Tropes. Retrieved 23 February 2021.
- ↑ EMPIRE ME – New Worlds are Happening! on Navigator Film.
- ↑ "Rose Island: Netflix adapts the story of 'prince of anarchists' Giorgio Rosa". BBC. 7 December 2020. Retrieved 23 February 2021.