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Hanging by a Thread
“Depression tried to end my story. I chose to keep writing.”
8.0 / 10• 2025• 21m•NR• English
Documentary
Storyline
Filmmaker Tobias Hermansen 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 illuminate mental health and human resilience, inspiring others through storytelling.
Cast & Crew
Tobias Hermansen
Self
Lead
Heidi Hermansen
Self
RH
Ruben Hermansen
Self (Archive Footage)
JH
Jack-Helge Hermansen
Self (Archive Footage)
What People Are Saying
4.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Tobias Hermansen's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
4.0
“Every frame feels alive. Hanging by a Thread is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
