The Thread

2015

59m

6.1

6.1/10

16 votes • View on IMDb

Overview

The Thread is a groundbreaking documentary that exposes the undeniable impact amateur internet writers are having on journalism today. Following the 2013 Boston Marathon bombing, amateur internet sleuths took to Twitter and Reddit, intent on identifying the individuals responsible. The ensuing investigation led to an innocent young man being charged with the crime, thus changing the face of journalism forever. Directed by Greg Barker (Manhunt) and executive produced by Emmy Award-winning producer Jonathan Chinn (American High) and Academy Award-winning producer Simon Chinn (Man on Wire).

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Status: Released

Language: EN

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Production Information

Production Companies

Lightbox Entertainment

Spoken Languages

English

Quick Facts

Release Date	April 13, 2015
Status	Released
Language	EN
IMDb ID	tt4211516

Cast

Key Crew

Greg Barker

Director

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