2014 Biography documentary
United Kingdom
53 minutes
A documentary exploring what turned out to be Jerry 'Mungo' Francis final 19 months of life, as he took a stand against consumerist society, finding himself embroiled in legal battles with local government and Network Rail, after he set up home on a Folkestone beach. Mungo's home, built out of old pallets and recycled beach refuse, represented not only his philosophies of sustainability, but also the heart of the local community. 'Life's a Beach', follows Mungo's experiences there; his challenges and triumphs, all leading to his tragic death, which confirmed the man a local legend.
| Directed by | John Baker |
| Written by | John Baker |