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Willard Foxton
Journalist and former BBC war correspondent who pitched the story about John Ford's purported D-Day film and provides firsthand knowledge that launched the search.
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Jun 27, 2024
• 51min
The Search
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Willard Foxton, a journalist and former BBC war correspondent, joins the hunt for John Ford's elusive D-Day documentary. He reveals how a footnote sparked the investigation, delving into claims of disturbing footage buried in a vault. The search spans various countries and includes passionate discussions on government censorship and the fate of potentially lost reels. Foxton also speculates on a possible surviving copy in Russia, while questioning Ford's memories and intentions. This journey uncovers the tension between history and the stories we tell.
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