About
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.
Filmography
The Woman Who Could Read the Minds of Dogs2026 · Writer, Director
Goodnight, Moon2022 · Director, Writer
We Call Him Super2022 · Director
Pigeon2020 · Director
Not Getting Stoned with Andrew Bujalski2014 · Camera Operator
Getting Stoned with Alex Karpovksy2013 · Color Grading
Getting Stoned with Sophia Takal2013 · Color Grading
Couples Therapy2013 · Camera Operator
The Sheik and I2012 · Music Editor, Director of Photography








