Private Project

The People's Princess

An exploration of the media craze that surrounded the murder of healthcare CEO, Brian Thompson, and how politicians were quick to condemn it, while others celebrated it.

  • Cody Richmond
    Director
  • Cody Richmond
    Writer
  • Cody Richmond
    Producer
  • Cody Richmond
    Key Cast
  • Project Type:
    Documentary, Short, Student
  • Genres:
    Drama
  • Runtime:
    16 minutes 47 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    May 2, 2025
  • Production Budget:
    500 USD
  • Country of Origin:
    United States
  • Country of Filming:
    United States
  • Language:
    English
  • Shooting Format:
    Digital
  • Aspect Ratio:
    16:9
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    Yes
  • Student Project:
    Yes - Hanover Area
  • Digital Cinema Package:
    Unavailable
  • Melbourne Documentary Film Festival
    Melbourne
    Australia
    July 20, 2025
    Worldwide Premiere
Director Biography - Cody Richmond

Cody Richmond is a young filmmaker from Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania who has an interest in telling stories that tackle relevant sociopolitical topics.

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Director Statement

“The People’s Princess” is my way of expressing the frustration, anger, and sadness I have toward the rising fascism taking over our world. One of the hardest parts about making this movie was figuring out the ending of it, because how could I end a story that has only just begun?