Green Book is a 2018 film directed by Peter Farrelly that tells the true story of Don Shirley, a renowned African American pianist, and Tony Vallelonga, his Italian American driver. Set in the 1960s, the film explores their journey through the racially segregated American South, highlighting themes of friendship, acceptance, and the fight against prejudice. The title refers to the 'Green Book,' a travel guide for African Americans that provided information on safe places to stay and eat during the era of Jim Crow laws. The film received critical acclaim and won the Academy Award for Best Picture, among other accolades.