Experiencing Interruptions?

Pulling Threads

Three teens navigate the turbulent waters of high school while exploring the role of disability in their lives.

A HEDG Films Production for "I'm Determined"
Written/Produced by Alex Kent, Patrick Fitzgerald & Tim Estep
Executive Producers Jesse Rodriguez & Kendal Swartzentruber
Directed by Patrick Fitzgerald
DP: Alex Kent

  • Patrick John Fitzgerald
    Director
  • Alex Kent
    Director
  • Alex Kent
    Writer
  • Patrick John Fitzgerald
    Writer
  • Tim Estep
    Writer
  • Alex Kent
    Producer
  • Patrick John Fitzgerald
    Producer
  • Tim Estep
    Producer
  • Jesse Rodriguez
    Producer
  • Kendal Swartzentruber
    Producer
  • Chloe Sutterfield
    Key Cast
    "Steph"
  • Alexander Jesus Burgos
    Key Cast
    "Tony"
  • Ariana Caldwell
    Key Cast
    "Emma"
  • Havon Baraka
    Key Cast
    "Martin"
  • Project Type:
    Feature
  • Genres:
    Drama
  • Runtime:
    1 hour 36 minutes
  • Completion Date:
    August 23, 2023
  • Production Budget:
    150,000 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
  • Richmond International Film Festival
    Richmond, VA
    United States
    September 26, 2024
    Winner: Breakthrough Ensemble (US)
Director Biography - Patrick John Fitzgerald, Alex Kent

Pulling Threads is a collaboration between filmmakers Patrick John Fitzgerald and Alex Kent, produced for "I'm Determined".

Patrick Fitzgerald is a writer/director living in the Shenandoah Valley with a background in narrative fiction and music video. Recent highlights include “Pulling Threads” (Feature), "Rabbit" (Short), “Freedom” - Illiterate Light & Devon Gilfillian (Music Video), and "TV Sunset: Famous Music" (TV Pilot).

Alex Kent is an award-winning writer, producer and cinematographer who’s heart lies in narrative fiction. He’s drawn toward human stories and excels in capturing intimate, cinematic moments with an eye for natural beauty. Some highlights include “Follow You, Follow Me” (Short - 2022), “Welcome To The Show” (Feature - 2019), “Pulling Threads” (Feature - 2024), and “500 Fireflies” (Feature - 2021).

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Full Cast & Crew Credits at IMDB:
https://www.imdb.com/title/tt29568087/

I'm Determined:
https://www.imdetermined.org/