The Man Behind a Mysterious Miniature Town | Short Film Showcase

Artist Michael Paul Smith created a 1950s utopian town out of miniatures based on stories and moments from his childhood. When photographs of the town, Elgin Park, went viral, Smith, a self-proclaimed recluse, had to work through coming to terms with his fame. In this short from Animal East, the modelmaker talks about his life and how he’s coped and connected with fans of his work. Check out the Elgin Park book: ➡ Subscribe: ➡ Get More Short Film Showcase: #NationalGeographic #ShortFilmShowcase #MiniatureTown About Short Film Showcase: A curated collection of the most captivating documentary shorts from filmmakers around the world. See more from National Geographic’s Short Film Showcase at Get More National Geographic: Official Site: Facebook: Twitter: Instagram: About National Geographic: National Geographic is the world’s premium destination for science, exploration, and adventure. Through their world-class scientists, photographers, journalists, and filmmakers, Nat Geo gets you closer to the stories that matter and past the edge of what’s possible. The Man Behind a Mysterious Miniature Town | Short Film Showcase National Geographic