San Rafael Public Library

Filmmakers in Focus

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When:
March 22, 2025 @ 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
2025-03-22T18:30:00-07:00
2025-03-22T20:30:00-07:00
Where:
San rafael Library
1009 4th Street
Cost:
Free
Contact:
Lea Aschkenas
415-485-3336

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Please join us for a screening of “My Secret Country” a film by local filmmaker Marlo McKenzie. Marlo will be present for Q&A after the screening

MY SECRET COUNTRY

Get inside a child’s mind of pretend friends, imaginary worlds, horror, and wonder!
This film is a sweet ode to the power of play, imagination and creativity that journeys into the imagination of three children. This allegorical tale and feature-length hybrid documentary will spark wonder in children and adults. Brought to life through 2D animation and co-written with the young protagonists, this award-winning film blends fantasy and reality to spark wonder in audiences of all ages.
Join the thought leaders, parents, imaginary friends, and the kids themselves as they Inspire, Imagine, Play, and Build their way through the Minecraft challenge before them.

You can watch the trailer here.

For more information about the film visit: https://www.mysecretcountry.org/

MY SECRET COUNTRY made its world premiere at the San Francisco Documentary Festival in June and has since screened at festivals worldwide. It received the Best Feature Documentary award at the San Diego International Kids Film Festival, Best Documentary North America at the Kids International Family Film Festival, and earned an Honorable Mention at the Atlanta Children’s Film Festival. The film was also highlighted in an article by The New York Times.

Marlo McKenzie is a storyteller originally from Metro Detroit. She’s studied language in France, worked in theater in Germany, and co-founded a video production company that trains underserved youth in Australia.

*To be notified of upcoming showings of our Filmmakers in Focus series, contact Lea at lea.aschkenas@cityofsanrafael.org.

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