EP 251 - The Stories Behind 'Hearts of Darkness' - Director Fax Bahr

Tell us what you though of the episode🎙️ On today’s episode of the Kingdom of Dreams Podcast, we step into the heart of cinematic chaos with director Fax Bahr, the visionary behind Hearts of Darkness: A Filmmaker’s Apocalypse. This groundbreaking documentary peels back the curtain on the making of Apocalypse Now, revealing a journey as harrowing and inspired as the film itself.In this exclusive conversation, Fax shares how he teamed up with Eleanor Coppola to unearth raw, emotional footage and shape it into a gripping portrait of obsession, artistry, and survival. From navigating industry resistance to capturing Francis Ford Coppola’s descent into creative madness, we explore the untold stories and bold choices that redefined what film documentaries could be.This is more than a behind-the-scenes tale—it’s a tribute to the power of storytelling under pressure. Don’t miss it.Fax Bahr is an American director, writer, and producer best known for co-directing the Emmy and Sundance Award-winning documentary Hearts of Darkness: A Filmmaker’s Apocalypse, which chronicles the tumultuous production of Francis Ford Coppola’s Apocalypse Now. A former U.S. Marine, Bahr brings a deep understanding of conflict and character to his storytelling. His work often explores the psychological dimensions of artistic creation and war, blending cinéma vérité with narrative depth. He has also worked in television and film as a writer and consultant, continuing to contribute to bold, character-driven stories.#eleanorcoppola #heartsofdarkness #apocalypsenow #vietnamwar #filmmakingjourney #vittoriostoraro #documentaryfilmmaking #waltermurch #filmmakingresearch  #faxbahr http://twitter.com/dreamingkingdomhttp://instagram.com/kingdomofdreamspodcasthttp://facebook.com/kingdomofdreamspodcast Watch the feature films that I have directedCitizen of Moria - https://rb.gy/azpsuIn Search of My Sister -  https://rb.gy/1ke21Official Website - www.jawadmir.com