About

Marcus Stokes is a director whose talent for innovative storytelling and amazing visuals is truly unique.  He started his filmmaking career as a visual effects artist at George Lucas’ Industrial Light and Magic (ILM).  After several years creating effects for films such as Star Wars Episode I, The Matrix II, and I Robot, Marcus began his career in directing. His latest film, entitled Chains, stars episodic regulars Andre Royo (The Wire) and John Hensley (Nip/Tuck). In addition to his film projects, Marcus has also worked on documentaries, music videos, and even the NAACP Image Awards.

Before Marcus’ life in the film industry, he worked in the field of Architectural design, in which he holds a Master’s degree from the University of California, Berkeley.  He also spent three years working in rural Japan as a language instructor and translator for the Japanese Ministry of Education.  During this time, he became fluent in the Japanese language and traveled extensively throughout Southeast Asia.