Mark Penney is a multifaceted Canadian creative force, with a diverse array of talents and accomplishments in the realms of experimental filmmaking, acting, entrepreneurship, business, writing, music, composition, and visual art.
As a young individual, Mark began his career in Christian television at the tender age of 16, before transitioning to work as a camera assistant on numerous commercials and Hollywood productions.
In 2003, Mark embarked on his journey as a feature film director, with the 2004 release of "The Right Way," which garnered international recognition and acclaim, screening at numerous film festivals and enjoying a limited theatrical and video-on-demand release in the United States.
This was followed by the 2007 experimental abstract feature "Life," and the 2013 Canadian love story "The Beautiful Risk," which received widespread critical acclaim and commercial success, screening at numerous festivals and topping the charts on DVD and video-on-demand services in Germany and Eastern Europe.
Mark's experimental drama "Calla Lily" was released in 2016, further solidifying his reputation as a visionary filmmaker, and his 2017 feature "Job" saw him push the boundaries of storytelling with the innovative use of 360-degree video technology.
In 2019, Mark made two experimental futurist films, "Decline" and "Death," which showcased his continued commitment to exploring the frontiers of cinematic storytelling.
Mark's more recent works have seen him delve into documentaries and experimental films that tackle the pressing issues of our world, including "Dark Winter" and "Doctor Faustus," as well as the animated satirical comedy "Fred Rooster," which continues to showcase his innovative approach to storytelling and his unwavering commitment to pushing the boundaries of the medium.
