Hanging by a Thread (2025)
Depression tried to end my story. I chose to keep writing.
Filmmaker Tobias Hermansen, known for Dreamscape and Mentally Unavailable, has battled depression for years, facing moments of darkness that shaped his perspective on life. Through his struggles, he discovered the power of storytelling as both an escape and a means of self-expression. Now, he channels his personal experiences into powerful, deeply emotional films that shed light on mental health and human resilience, inspiring others through storytelling.
Director: Tobias Hermansen
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 21 min
Release Date: September 9, 2025
Cast
- Tobias Hermansen - Self
- Heidi Hermansen - Self
- Ruben Hermansen - Self (Archive Footage)
- Jack-Helge Hermansen - Self (Archive Footage)
Screenplay
Editing: Tobias Hermansen
Production: Haunted Vikings
Country: Norway
Language: Norsk
Budget: $13
Original Language: en
Keywords
depression, suicide, documentary filmmaking, suicide prevention, deep sadness, depressing, young filmmaker
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Hanging by a Thread about?
- Filmmaker Tobias Hermansen, known for Dreamscape and Mentally Unavailable, has battled depression for years, facing moments of darkness that shaped his perspective on life. Through his struggles, he discovered the power of storytelling as both an escape and a means of self-expression. Now, he channels his personal experiences into powerful, deeply emotional films that shed light on mental health and human resilience, inspiring others through storytelling.
- Who directed Hanging by a Thread?
- Hanging by a Thread was directed by Tobias Hermansen.
- Who stars in Hanging by a Thread?
- Hanging by a Thread stars Tobias Hermansen, Heidi Hermansen, Ruben Hermansen, Jack-Helge Hermansen.
- How long is Hanging by a Thread?
- Hanging by a Thread has a runtime of 21m (21 minutes).
- What genre is Hanging by a Thread?
- Hanging by a Thread is a Documentary film.
- What is the budget of Hanging by a Thread?
- Hanging by a Thread had a budget of $13.
- Where was Hanging by a Thread produced?
- Hanging by a Thread was produced in Norway.