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71 min. This program is suitable for all ages.


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Mutton Bustin’ champion and future spy, seven-year-old Marlie McDonald is a symbol of resilience and vigor. Marlie was born with an aggressive brain tumor and spent her first few years in hospitals. Today, fearless Marlie is in long-term survival care and insists on riding sheep in her free time.


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Film Contact:

Mehrdad Sarlak

mehrdad.sarlak@gmail.com

  • Year
    2020
  • Runtime
    7 minutes
  • Language
    English
  • Country
    USA
  • Rating
    Suitable for All Ages
  • Note
    Family-Friendly, Feel Good
  • Director
    Sam Davis & Rayka Zehtabchi
  • Producer
    Mehrdad Sarlak
  • Executive Producer
    Mehrdad Sarlak
  • Cast
    Marlie McDonald