John Villiers Farrow, an Australian-born filmmaker, is the subject of this documentary. Despite being a prolific director of over 50 films, he remains a forgotten figure in Hollywood's history. The documentary explores his enigmatic life, which included being a sailor, poet, war hero, best-selling author, and philanderer, yet left behind no memoirs, interviews, or archival footage.
John Farrow Hollywood's Man in the Shadows
The documentary delves into the fascinating life and cinematic achievements of John Farrow, an underrated filmmaker, expertly weaving together mystery, biography, and film noir to reveal the story behind his Academy Award-winning success.