"Arrr, Robert M. Young, a swashbucklin' filmmaker with a taste for adventure, sets sail for Davy Jones' locker at 99."
2024-03-01
The scallywag captured tales of savage natives, rebellious landlubbers, and battles in faraway lands. His moving pictures showcased bravery and heartache in "Extremities" and "The Ballad of Gregorio Cortez." Aye, a fine storyteller he be!
Arr matey, let me tell ye a tale of a scallywag known as Mr. Robert M. Young, a filmmaker who set sail on many adventures to capture the lives of Indigenous peoples, civil rights protestors, and the battles of the war in Angola. He wasn't just any landlubber with a camera, he was a master storyteller who spun tales that would shiver yer timbers!His documentaries were like treasure maps leading viewers on journeys to discover the struggles and triumphs of different peoples. From the bravery of civil rights sit-ins to the fierce battles in Angola, Mr. Young captured it all with his trusty camera and sharp wit.
But that's not all, me hearties! He also delved into the world of narrative films, weaving tales of survival and justice in films like “Extremities” and “The Ballad of Gregorio Cortez.” These films were like buried treasure waiting to be discovered by audiences hungry for adventure and drama.
So, raise yer anchor and set sail with Mr. Robert M. Young as he takes ye on a cinematic voyage through history and humanity. Aye, he may be gone now, but his films will continue to entertain and enlighten audiences for years to come. Yo ho ho, me hearties!