THE SECRET CITIES OF MARK KISTLER

The untold story of the legendary art educator behind the beloved '80s and '90s shows The Secret City, Draw Squad, and Imagination Station. Mark Kistler became a well-known personality on classic PBS alongside Sesame Street, Mister Rogers, Bob Ross, and Reading Rainbow. He helped shape a pivotal era of instructional programming for children in the pre-youtube world, teaching 3D drawing before CGI. With over one-million books sold, the Emmy-award-winning host continues to inspire audiences through his incredible hand-drawn worlds and unique teaching philosophies.

Directed by Jason Corgan Brown

PRESS:

"All Things Considered" Feature
—NPR.org

“… a fascinating, heartfelt and inspirational documentary biopic…”
—Avi Offer, NYC Movie Guru / NYFCO

AWARDS:

Shortlisted: 2024 Academy Awards

Winner: Best Documentary at 2023 San Diego Comicon

Winner: Best Feature Documentary at Houston World Fest

Winner: Best Feature Documentary at Golden State Film Festival

RELEASE:

US Theatrical, US/CANADA/UK/AUS Streaming, US/CANADA Blu-Ray.