About Scotty and the Secret History of Hollywood

Released in 2017, "Scotty and the Secret History of Hollywood" is a documentary film directed by Matt Tyrnauer. The film is an intriguing expose about Scotty Bowers, a handsome ex-Marine who landed in Hollywood after World War II and became a confidante and aide-de-camp to many of Hollywood's greatest stars. Based on his 2012 memoir, 'Full Service', the film explores the secret, untold history of Hollywood’s golden age and presents warm yet candid recollections that redefine Tinseltown's glittering veneer.

Making / Production

The film is a production of Altimeter Films and Wavelength Productions. Director Matt Tyrnauer, known for his critical acumen and investigative documentarian style, dive into the not talked about aspect of Hollywood. The crew conducted several interviews with Bowers to piece together an unfiltered story of his experiences, and take a closer look at the underbelly of Hollywood's golden era.

Actors

• Scotty Bowers - plays himself in this documentary. Known as a Hollywood "fixer", Bowers shares stories of his life, providing an intimate look into Hollywood's hidden history.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The film is based on Scotty Bowers’ memoir, "Full Service: My Adventures in Hollywood and the Secret Sex Lives of the Stars," published in 2012.
• Scotty Bowers passed away in October 2019, two years after the release of the film.

The film did not receive any notable award nomination or win.

Quotes

• "You name them, I've done them." - Scotty Bowers
• "I've kept silent all these years because people were very homophobic. But now is the time to tell the story." - Scotty Bowers

Music, Soundtrack

The composers of the film are Jane Antonia Cornish. While there isn’t a traditional “soundtrack”, the film features a score that helps institute nostalgia for Hollywood's lost era, creating the perfect ambiance for the shocking and heartwarming stories that unfold.