Private Project

Wooden Heart

Set in the early 90's, two brothers play a "spy game" which leads to the realization of one brother's mental illness.

  • Thomas Schade
    Director
    American Dreams Redux
  • Connor Holden
    Key Cast
    "Paul"
    Oaker High
  • Recker Eans
    Key Cast
    "James"
    The Kids Tonight Show
  • Charlotte Bjornbak
    Key Cast
    "Becky"
    Weeds
  • Craig Hensley
    Key Cast
    "Mac"
    Far Haven
  • Project Type:
    Short
  • Runtime:
    16 minutes
  • Completion Date:
    January 15, 2025
  • Production Budget:
    10,000 USD
  • Country of Origin:
    United States, United States
  • Country of Filming:
    United States, United States
  • Language:
    English
  • Shooting Format:
    Arri SR2 16mm Film, Mini DV Tape
  • Aspect Ratio:
    4:3
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    No
  • Student Project:
    No
Director Biography - Thomas Schade

Thomas is an award winning filmmaker with a MFA from New York Film Academy. His film work includes short, feature, documentary, music videos and commercials. His artistic ventures are driven by his passion for visual storytelling.

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Director Statement

I set out to make a short film about the innocence of childhood, the significance of sibling dynamics and my personal experience of growing up with my older brother as he started to experience symptoms of mental illness.