A Natural-Born Artist (2012): cast, story & where to watch
2012 · Film · ★ 9.5
Released in 2012, A Natural-Born Artist is a documentary film directed by Shôgo Watanabe, running about 99 minutes.
What it’s about. From his famous "Lolicon" motifs to the scatological, perverse and explicit, Aida has left a distinct mark on the contemporary art world. This film follows him from July 2009 to May 2010 as he paints and moves between the venues showing his work, including San Francisco, Beijing and Japan. It depicts a brutally honest portrait of the artist and the film was completed without the consent of its subject.
Who’s in it. A Natural-Born Artist stars Makoto Aida as Himself and Hiroko Okada as Narrator.
How it landed. With an audience score of 9.5/10, A Natural-Born Artist sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch A Natural-Born Artist page.
If you liked it. Fans of A Natural-Born Artist tend to enjoy One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch A Natural-Born Artist (2012)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for A Natural-Born Artist change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is A Natural-Born Artist worth watching?
- A Natural-Born Artist holds an audience score of 9.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in A Natural-Born Artist?
- A Natural-Born Artist stars Makoto Aida and Hiroko Okada.
- When was A Natural-Born Artist released?
- A Natural-Born Artist was released in 2012, with a runtime of about 99 minutes.