One aspect of being an artist that is often overlooked is the struggle of putting everything you have into a project and failing. It happens all the time with filmmakers, musicians, painters, and other artists. Scumrock not only explores this subject in depth, but is also a compelling piece of art in its own right.
Jon Moritsugu's voice as a filmmaker is unlike any other. His style is consistent and recognizable, yet he offers something new with each of his projects. Scumrock feels like the most personal film in his filmography. Its maximalist atmosphere complements the film's thought-provoking themes without distracting from them.
One aspect of being an artist that is often overlooked is the struggle of putting everything you have into a project and failing. It happens all the time with filmmakers, musicians, painters, and other artists. Scumrock not only explores this subject in depth, but is also a compelling piece of art in its own right.
Jon Moritsugu's voice as a filmmaker is unlike any other. His style is consistent and recognizable, yet he offers something new with each of his projects. Scumrock feels like the most personal film in his filmography. Its maximalist atmosphere complements the film's thought-provoking themes without distracting from them.
