
Directing
Marcus McKenzie
Marcus McKenzie is a filmmaker, educator and digital storyteller living in Adelaide, South Australia. Marcus has written and directed internationally acclaimed films, produced award-winning television commercials and social media campaigns and led inclusive screen programs for neurodivergent and learning-disabled artists. Passionate about inclusive, authentic storytelling, Marcus creates content that connects audiences, empowers communities, and celebrates underrepresented voices through screen, social media, and strategy.
Acting credits
Behind the camera
NRAfter numerous attempts at trying to capture the perfect shot of a monster destroying a city, an exasperated director finds his production falling into disarray. When a noisy janitor with his own agenda interrupts the shoot, what seems like innocent interruption turns out to be a not-so-subtle desire for revenge.
Stomp
2022
NRAfter numerous attempts at trying to capture the perfect shot of a monster destroying a city, an exasperated director finds his production falling into disarray. When a noisy janitor with his own agenda interrupts the shoot, what seems like innocent interruption turns out to be a not-so-subtle desire for revenge.
Stomp
2022
NRReclusive model-maker Oskar finds unexpected connection with his neighbour Elka. As Elka's troubled life intrudes on his safe, miniature world, Oskar must summon the courage to step beyond his door and into reality.
Ten Gallon
2024
NRReclusive model-maker Oskar finds unexpected connection with his neighbour Elka. As Elka's troubled life intrudes on his safe, miniature world, Oskar must summon the courage to step beyond his door and into reality.
Ten Gallon
2024
NRA woman reflects on her past while coming to terms with her life through the reflection of her younger self.
Throwback
2026
NRA woman reflects on her past while coming to terms with her life through the reflection of her younger self.
Throwback
2026
NRStruggling with anxiety and depression, high school student April, with the guidance of her grandfather, begins a journey to understand her mental health and reconnect with her emotionally distant mother.
Swell
2023
NRStruggling with anxiety and depression, high school student April, with the guidance of her grandfather, begins a journey to understand her mental health and reconnect with her emotionally distant mother.
Swell
2023
NRA low-level criminal trying to go straight takes his replacement, the boss's son, into the Australian Outback on one last job to collect four cases of cash.
Crew Cut
2016
NRA low-level criminal trying to go straight takes his replacement, the boss's son, into the Australian Outback on one last job to collect four cases of cash.
Crew Cut
2016
NRA low-level criminal trying to go straight takes his replacement, the boss's son, into the Australian Outback on one last job to collect four cases of cash.
Crew Cut
2016
Short film made in collaboration with Bus Stop Films participants.
Please Like and Survive
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Short film made in collaboration with Bus Stop Films participants.
Please Like and Survive
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7.0This documentary hybrid interrogates capital punishment through death row inmates’ final meal requests. Through mesmerising cinematography, food becomes a larger than life symbol to explore the life and crimes of incarcerated individuals sentenced to death. This captivating film unveils the neglected truths of execution and legal justice.
Last Meal
2020
7.0This documentary hybrid interrogates capital punishment through death row inmates’ final meal requests. Through mesmerising cinematography, food becomes a larger than life symbol to explore the life and crimes of incarcerated individuals sentenced to death. This captivating film unveils the neglected truths of execution and legal justice.
Last Meal
2020
7.0This documentary hybrid interrogates capital punishment through death row inmates’ final meal requests. Through mesmerising cinematography, food becomes a larger than life symbol to explore the life and crimes of incarcerated individuals sentenced to death. This captivating film unveils the neglected truths of execution and legal justice.
Last Meal
2020
NRDave learns there are a few key things that you need to be aware of when on a film set. A peak behind the scenes at the uniqueness of the screen industry as a workplace, Set Etiquette outlines a few of the do’s and don’ts.
Set Etiquette and Safety
2024

