
7 Walks with Mark Brown
Jun 20—Jun 26, 2025
Directed by Pierre Creton & Vincent Barré (2024)
“Shows us an exquisite microcosm of existence, containing rich history, meaning, and mystery.”
—RogerEbert.com
“Capitalism leads to death and our extinction.”
—Mark Brown
Accompanied by a small crew, Creton and Barré follow paleobotanist Mark Brown across seven locations in Normandy as he seeks out native plants from which an ancient garden could be created. Brown explains, with the loving tenderness of a true expert, the etymology, beauty, and scientific properties of the region’s flora.
Join us for a Q&A with Creton and Barré following the 7pm screening on Friday, June 20, moderated by Marielle Anzelone, a botanist and founder of NYC Wildflower Week. She has talked about the importance of the city's native flora with local media including WNYC and The New York Times.
Join us for a Q&A with Creton and Barré following the 6pm screening on Saturday, June 21, moderated by writer, educator, and Harvard University PhD candidate Olivia Crough.
—RogerEbert.com
“Capitalism leads to death and our extinction.”
—Mark Brown
Accompanied by a small crew, Creton and Barré follow paleobotanist Mark Brown across seven locations in Normandy as he seeks out native plants from which an ancient garden could be created. Brown explains, with the loving tenderness of a true expert, the etymology, beauty, and scientific properties of the region’s flora.
Join us for a Q&A with Creton and Barré following the 7pm screening on Friday, June 20, moderated by Marielle Anzelone, a botanist and founder of NYC Wildflower Week. She has talked about the importance of the city's native flora with local media including WNYC and The New York Times.
Join us for a Q&A with Creton and Barré following the 6pm screening on Saturday, June 21, moderated by writer, educator, and Harvard University PhD candidate Olivia Crough.
UPCOMING Screenings
RUNNING TIME
104min
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FORMAT
DCP
LANGUAGE
In French with English subtitles
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General Admission: $17
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