Production Wraps On Feature Documentary ‘The Farmer And The Shark’

Filmmaker John Campopiano has wrapped production on The Farmer And The Shark, a feature documentary about Jaws actor Craig Kingsbury.

The film’s synopsis reads: “The Farmer And The Shark focuses on the unique influence Kingsbury had on the film, from both behind and in front of the camera, as the embodiment of Robert Shaw’s iconic shark hunter, Quint. Along the way, we also learn of the many island locals whose ocean savvy and ingenuity were instrumental in transforming Jaws from a potential failure to the paradigm of the summer blockbuster.” 

The Farmer & the Shark is directed by Campopiano and written by Rick DiGregorio (Cheers) and Campopiano, with Matthew Spry as co-writer. Gabriel Long is Director of Photography. The project was produced by Eastwood Allen (RoboDoc: The Creation of Robocop), Jim Beller (JAWS: Memories from Martha’s Vineyard), Kelly Ryan, and Matt Taylor. Laurence Gornall’s Unannounced Film Company has boarded the project as the worldwide sales agent.

The executive producers are Campopiano, James Cilano, and Rick DiGregorio. The documentary features original music by Matt Cannon, original illustrations by Jacob Walsh, animations by Mike Nixon, motion graphics by Eastwood Allen, and was edited by Jay Espindola (Art Attack! The Dissection of Terrifier 3).

Discussing the project, John Campopiano said: “Making The Farmer and the Shark has been a wonderful journey. We started production five years ago, whilst we were editing Pennywise, and the film was inspired by the grit, determination, and heart of the island community it depicts. We’re proud of what we as a team have accomplished, and we can’t wait for audiences to see it later this year.”