The Thread

“The Thread” is a pioneering documentary that reveals the significant influence of amateur online writers on modern journalism. In the aftermath of the 2013 Boston Marathon bombing, internet detectives on platforms like Twitter and Reddit embarked on a mission to uncover the culprits. This crowdsourced investigation mistakenly implicated an innocent young man, marking a pivotal shift in the landscape of journalism. The film is directed by Greg Barker, known for “Manhunt,” and is executive produced by Jonathan Chinn, an Emmy Award-winning producer of “American High,” alongside Simon Chinn, an Academy Award-winning producer of “Man on Wire.”