In "Bob Ballard: An Explorer's Life," director Jon Shenk lets the man himself tell his own tale of thrilling discovery and personal struggle, uncovering the unvarnished stories behind some of the most pivotal moments in his storied career. Through intimate interviews with Robert D. Ballard, this documentary action film offers a rare glimpse into the highs and lows that forged one of history's greatest underwater explorers. With Ballard as both guide and subject, the result is an exhilarating portrait of a life lived on the edge of adventure.