The Secret Cities of Mark Kistler
83 mins
The untold story of the prolific artist behind the beloved 80's and 90's shows "The Secret City", "Draw Squad" and "Imagination Station". Mark Kistler became a well-known personality on classic PBS alongside Sesame Street, Mr. 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.
Mark Kistler
self
Joel Gori
Self
Jason Corgan Brown
Director
Jeter Rhodes
Associate Producer
Taylor Torres
Storyboard Artist
Cameron Riddles
Camera Operator
Cameron Riddles
First Assistant Camera
Jason Corgan Brown
Producer
Avery Albert
Costume Consultant
Robert Neustadt
Producer
Matthew Skala
Cinematography
Jason Corgan Brown
Production Designer
Ellie Stayner
Production Manager
Minh Bach Thi Phan
Costume Assistant
Matt Groller
Art Direction
Emily Hogue
Assistant Hairdresser
Aria Russo
Development Manager
Tomiko Taft
Key Makeup Artist
Sara Lewis
Graphic Designer
John Moon
Art Department Assistant
Geoff Roberts
Publicist
David Larks
Storyboard Artist
Daniel Martinez
Production Sound Mixer