Johnny Johnny
"From the dark hold of an ocean liner to the harsh light of Hollywood, an immigrant child, saved from polio by swimming, becomes world champion before transforming into Tarzan."
Logline
From the dark hold of an ocean liner to the harsh light of Hollywood, an immigrant child, saved from polio by swimming, becomes world champion before transforming into Tarzan, planetary idol. But behind the cry of the jungle king, Johnny Weissmuller fights his demons, loneliness and oblivion, seeking in water and glory a meaning to a life written by others.
Creative Team
David Defendi
Screenwriter
BRAQUO screenwriter awarded at Emmy Awards ; President of Genario
Frédéric Rossignol
Screenwriter
Author of *Johnny Johnny* and CEO at CFRT.TV
Genario Studio
Collaborator
Details
Genres
Format
Feature film
Status
In DevelopmentYear
2024
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