Experiencing Interruptions?

Me, My Dad, and the Thing in the Shed

An estranged son attempts to reconnect with his aging father while competing for his affection with an otherworldly guest.

  • Tanner Hamilton
    Director
  • Tanner Hamilton
    Writer
  • Randee Gage
    Writer
  • Randee Gage
    Creative Producer
  • Tanner Hamilton
    Director of Photography
  • Tanner Hamilton
    Editor
  • Andrew Leemon
    Key Cast
    "Logan"
  • Evelyn Denham
    Key Cast
    "Maisy"
  • Wesley Swickley
    Key Cast
    "Clark"
  • Evelyn Denham
    1st Assistant Director
  • Hannah Scout Dunaway
    Production Designer
  • Izaak Ché Rosales
    Art Director
  • Macie Huntoon
    Art Director
  • Izaak Ché Rosales
    Creature Design
  • Beth Pletzke
    Art Assistant
  • Patrice Scott
    Gaffer
  • Devan Shulman
    Key Grip
  • Jaricxel Ramirez-Mata
    1st Assistant Camera
  • Ben Bruce
    2nd Assistant Camera
  • Jaden Stroud
    Production Sound Mixer
  • Michael Modugno Jr.
    Production Sound Mixer
  • Jake R. Morgan
    Production Sound Mixer
  • Elysia Azzi
    Sound Utility
  • Randee Gage
    Production Assistants
  • Chris Welmerink
    Production Assistants
  • Project Type:
    Short
  • Genres:
    Drama, Sci-Fi
  • Runtime:
    16 minutes 24 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    August 3, 2025
  • Production Budget:
    3,500 USD
  • Country of Origin:
    United States
  • Country of Filming:
    United States
  • Language:
    English
  • Shooting Format:
    Digital
  • Aspect Ratio:
    2:1
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    No
  • Student Project:
    No
  • Made-in-Michigan Film Series
    Bay City, MI
    United States
    November 20, 2025
    Best Screenplay
  • Open Projector Night
    Grand Rapids, MI
    United States
    November 19, 2025
    Official Selection
  • Dead City Film Fest
    Fairborn, OH
    United States
    November 1, 2025
    Official Selection
  • Wolf's Head Film Festival
    Hancock, MI
    United States
    October 24, 2025
    Below The Bridge Award
  • Saugatuck Film Fest
    Saugatuck, MI
    United States
    September 27, 2025
    World Premiere
    Official Selection
Director Biography - Tanner Hamilton

Tanner Hamilton is a filmmaker from Grand Rapids, Michigan. He works as a DP & camera assistant on indie films and commercial projects in the West Michigan area. In his own work, he enjoys exploring the genres of science fiction, horror, action, and drama.

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Director Statement

I live in the Midwest and love my dad.
This movie is about living in the Midwest and loving your dad.

By making this film, we aim to create space for reflection on how men navigate emotional intimacy in a world which often discourages them from embracing it. Through its mix of absurdity and sincerity, our film encourages a new perspective on father-son bonds, masculinity, and the unexpected ways love can be rekindled.