The Broken Brain

Repairing Parental Estrangement, in the Indie Film "Last Shot"

April 23, 2026·46 min
Episode Description from the Publisher

One of the most anticipated films being screened at the 2026 Dallas International Film Festival, Last Shot tells the story of a young basketball prodigy who faces grief over the death of his father and an estranged relationship with his mother.  Producer/Writer Tod Friedman & Director Andy Palmer join me to talk about this film and the personal elements that are there, especially for Friedman. Follow the film @hemlockcircle on IG and other platforms or go to www.hemlockcircle.com The highlighted charity this month is Kids & Art, using art to help children in cancer treatment. visit www.kidsandart.org to learn more an support their work. New patrons of the Broken Brain will have 50% of their monthly donation go to Kids & Art as long as they remain donors. www.patreon.com/brokenbrain

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