
Michael Patten
Directing
Biography
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.
🎬 Movies (9)

The Woman Who Could Read the Minds of Dogs
2026
Director

We Call Him Super
2022
Director

Goodnight, Moon
2022
Director
Pigeon
2020
Director

Not Getting Stoned with Andrew Bujalski
2014
Camera Operator

Getting Stoned with Sophia Takal
2013
Color Grading

Getting Stoned with Alex Karpovksy
2013
Color Grading

Couples Therapy
2013
Camera Operator

The Sheik and I
2012
Self