
Michael Patten
- Known for
- Directing
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 Dogs 2026
Writer, Director

Goodnight, Moon 2022
Director, Writer

We Call Him Super 2022
Director
- Pigeon
Pigeon 2020
Director

Not Getting Stoned with Andrew Bujalski 2014
Camera Operator

Getting Stoned with Alex Karpovksy 2013
Color Grading

Getting Stoned with Sophia Takal 2013
Color Grading

Couples Therapy 2013
Camera Operator

The Sheik and I 2012
as Self, Music Editor, Director of Photography
Credits from TMDB.