About this Video
Markus — whose great-great-great-grandfather invented the nutcracker doll — makes nutcrackers for a living, as did each of his forefathers who descended from the great inventor. Markus discusses his life decisions.
Creator
Jack Raese
Creator
Jack Raese is a Chicago-born filmmaker who's debut work, The Chimney Sweeper, was an official selection of the 2026 Sundance Film Festival & DOC NYC.