Director Thomas Schade

Assistant Director – Prarthana Joshi

Black and Shiny Things is about an individual’s struggle with schizophrenia and its effects on a family, challenging the bond between two brothers.
After Joseph has a mental breakdown in a suicidal attempt to reach out for help, his Mom, goes in search for a solution to help her son. Sometimes the question we ask ourselves are complicated but the answers are simple. This film is about mental illness and how a family comes together to overcome their obstacle with understanding, hope and love.

Best Shorts Award Winner – Disability Issues 2011 / Art with Impact Film Series Official
Selection – Winner August 2012 / Official Selection Shining Light Film Festival 2013

External Links

Thomas Schade – http://thomaschade.com

Art with Impact – http://www.artwithimpact.org/node/954

Films with Impact – http://www.filmswithimpact.org/videos/black-and-shiny-things-version-2-0