The Rest I Make Up

Overview

Maria Irene Fornes, often hailed as “America's Great Unknown Playwright,” faces the challenges of dementia that halt her prolific writing. However, a budding friendship with a young writer rekindles her artistic passion. As their bond deepens, it leads to an inspiring film project that breathes new life into her work, allowing her unique voice to resonate once more. The documentary captures both the essence of Fornes’ groundbreaking contributions to theater and the transformative power of companionship in the face of life’s adversities.