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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