Supermen of Malegaon

Supermen of Malegaon is a tribute to the joy of filmmaking. It is set in a small village in India, where men can scout the copyright laws of the United States and make exact copies of films without much fear of retribution. The poverty-stricken village, like most villages in India, uses film as an escape from the toils of daily living. When a small business owner, Shaikh Nasir, decides to adapt the story of Superman set in his village, the residents leap at the opportunity to contribute. The end results is nothing short of heartwarming and hilarious. Using only the most basic of filmmaking tools, the crew not only utilizes such advanced technologies as a green screen, but also records their own soundtrack (a staple in Indian film). Operating on a minimal budget, the crew innovates to get their perfect shots. Superman is strapped to a bicycle with his arms out, while Nasir trails him tied to the front of a donkey cart. Although their end product is Z-grade in quality, watching the journey was extremely fulfilling.