
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.
2026The Woman Who Could Read the Minds of DogsMovieWriter · Director
2022Goodnight, MoonMovieWriter · Director
2022We Call Him SuperMovieDirector
2014Not Getting Stoned with Andrew BujalskiMovieCamera Operator
2013Getting Stoned with Alex KarpovksyMovieColor Grading
2013Getting Stoned with Sophia TakalMovieColor Grading
2013Couples TherapyMovieCamera Operator
2012The Sheik and IMovieas Self · Music Editor · Director of Photography