Connections with Mike Thom and Colleen Houde
New film shows true story of young boy, a lost dad, and generosity

Connections with Mike Thom and Colleen Houde
New film shows true story of young boy, a lost dad, and generosity
Jan 12, 2023
15:14 Now playing
Episodes Notes
5000 Blankets is inspired by the remarkable true story of a young boy, Phillip, and his mother, Cyndi, whose lives are changed forever after his father disappears during a mental health crisis. Phillip’s generosity and determination spark an entire city’s movement to help the homeless.
The new film stars Anna Camp (Jerry & Marge Go Large, PITCH PERFECT), Carson Minniear (RALLY CAPS), Rob Mayes (THOR: RAGNAROK), Rod Hallett (The Last Kingdom, Red Rose, MacGyver), and Kim Myers (A NIGHTMARE ON ELM STREET 2). It was directed by Amin Matalqa and produced by Doug Shaffer. It can be streamed on Pureflix.
Today on Connections, Cyndi talks about the film and what it's like to see her family's story on the big screen.
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