Michael Patten

Michael Patten is a filmmaker based in Brooklyn. His short films have screened at prestigious international festivals, including Rotterdam, Slamdance, and the Rooftop Screening Series. His short documentary We Call Him Super was acquired by The New Yorker. Patten's work often displays a compassionate curiosity toward "the outcast," exploring political themes and dark humor to reflect on society and culture at large.
Crew

The Sheik and I
Music Editor, Director of Photography
Pigeon
Director

We Call Him Super
Director

Goodnight, Moon
Director, Writer

Getting Stoned with Sophia Takal
Color Grading

Getting Stoned with Alex Karpovksy
Color Grading

Not Getting Stoned with Andrew Bujalski
Camera Operator

The Woman Who Could Read the Minds of Dogs
Writer, Director