Marlin Darrah, a renowned filmmaker, has spent 45 years traversing the globe, accumulating a staggering 45 years of award-winning production experience. His extensive travels have taken him to more than 140 countries worldwide, resulting in the creation of over 100 documentary and travel-adventure programs, as well as three dramatic feature films.
Throughout his illustrious career, Marlin has directed and shot programs for numerous international travel-adventure companies, corporations, and government tourism bureaus. His exceptional work has earned him the prestigious Bertrand Holmes Award for best travel films showcase, presented by his fellow travel producers.
Marlin's international shots have been featured on prominent television networks, including PBS, History Channel, and Discovery Channel. His documentary, shot and directed in Egypt, was screened at the Cairo Opera House, captivating an audience of 3000 guests.
As a geo-travel lecturer, Marlin has presented his features to audiences in over 100 theaters and auditoriums across America, including esteemed venues such as the Harvard Club and the Philadelphia Geographical Society.
In addition to his documentary work, Marlin has written, directed, and produced three acclaimed 90-minute dramatic feature films. His movie, MONSOON WIFE, was the first American film shot entirely in Cambodia since "Lord Jim." Universal Studios acquired the movie, and television rights have been sold to over 10 countries. Darrah's subsequent films, AMAZON QUEEN and EGYPTIAN AFFAIR, were also met with critical acclaim.
Throughout his career, Marlin's productions have garnered an impressive 140 top awards and nominations at over 100 national and international film festivals, spanning from Berlin to Barcelona, and from Rome to New York and LA.
A producer at National Geographic has praised Marlin, stating, "If I could trade eyes with anyone in the world, it would be Marlin. He has seen more of our world than anyone I have ever met, and that includes hard-core travelers at National Geographic, who are a dime a dozen. He lives the life I can only dream of."
