The Gunnery: A Montford Point Marine (2023)

Against all odds, Roosevelt Farrow's inspiring journey from humble beginnings to becoming a U.S. Marine and witnessing the historic rise of black officers serves as a testament to perseverance and the pursuit of dreams in this heartfelt film.

The Gunnery: A Montford Point Marine (2023) poster

In this heartfelt short film by Jesse Collier Sutterley, Roosevelt Farrow, born in 1929 at the start of the Great Depression, shares his lifelong dream of becoming a U.S. Marine, despite the racial barriers of his time. Raised by his grandmother in humble conditions, he was inspired by the sight of Marines visiting his community. Farrow’s determination led him to join the Marine Corps, where he faced the challenges of Montford Point boot camp, eventually becoming an expert marksman and retiring as a Gunnery Sergeant. Although he never saw combat, a fact he attributed to his wife’s prayers, he realized the significance of his journey when he witnessed black officers rising in the ranks. Farrow's story is a testament to perseverance and the pursuit of one's dreams, encouraging others not to give up on their aspirations despite austere beginnings and social injustice.

Director: Jesse Collier Sutterley
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 7 min
Release Date:

Cast

Editing: Caitlin Williams
Production: El Dorado Films, Veteran Documentary Corps
Country: United States of America
Language: English
Budget: $22,000
Original Language: en

Keywords

documentary short

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Gunnery: A Montford Point Marine about?
In this heartfelt short film by Jesse Collier Sutterley, Roosevelt Farrow, born in 1929 at the start of the Great Depression, shares his lifelong dream of becoming a U.S. Marine, despite the racial barriers of his time. Raised by his grandmother in humble conditions, he was inspired by the sight of Marines visiting his community. Farrow’s determination led him to join the Marine Corps, where he faced the challenges of Montford Point boot camp, eventually becoming an expert marksman and retiring as a Gunnery Sergeant. Although he never saw combat, a fact he attributed to his wife’s prayers, he realized the significance of his journey when he witnessed black officers rising in the ranks. Farrow's story is a testament to perseverance and the pursuit of one's dreams, encouraging others not to give up on their aspirations despite austere beginnings and social injustice.
Who directed The Gunnery: A Montford Point Marine?
The Gunnery: A Montford Point Marine was directed by Jesse Collier Sutterley.
Who stars in The Gunnery: A Montford Point Marine?
The Gunnery: A Montford Point Marine stars Gunnery Farrow.
How long is The Gunnery: A Montford Point Marine?
The Gunnery: A Montford Point Marine has a runtime of 7m (7 minutes).
What genre is The Gunnery: A Montford Point Marine?
The Gunnery: A Montford Point Marine is a Documentary film.
What is the budget of The Gunnery: A Montford Point Marine?
The Gunnery: A Montford Point Marine had a budget of $22,000.
Where was The Gunnery: A Montford Point Marine produced?
The Gunnery: A Montford Point Marine was produced in United States of America.