Thoughts & Prayers
“Is the new normal... normal?”
Synopsis
In a dystopic America, children are taught how to prepare for school shootings through elaborate drills. Yet what are intended as self-defense mechanisms are themselves deeply traumatic for students, parents, educators, and entire communities.
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Official TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2025-11-06
Release History & Theatrical Window
DOC NYC
Festival / Special Debut
November 18, 2025
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Zackary Canepari, Jessica Dimmock
- Original Score
- Matt Joynt
- Original Title
- Thoughts & Prayers
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 28m
- Production Studios
- HBO Documentary Films, Tony Tina
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Zackary Canepari, Jessica Dimmock
Matt Joynt
Jarred Alterman
Myles Kane, Carter Gunn
Claire Read, Gary Kout, Jessica Dimmock, Zackary Canepari, Nancy Abraham
Department Leadership Roster
Zackary Canepari
Director
Jessica Dimmock
Director
Claire Read
Producer
Gary Kout
Producer
Jessica Dimmock
Producer
Zackary Canepari
Producer
Myles Kane
Editor
Carter Gunn
Editor
Jarred Alterman
Director of Photography
Matt Joynt
Original Music Composer
Anna Klein
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Thoughts & Prayers
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What is Thoughts & Prayers about?
In a dystopic America, children are taught how to prepare for school shootings through elaborate drills. Yet what are intended as self-defense mechanisms are themselves deeply traumatic for students, parents, educators, and entire communities.
Who directed Thoughts & Prayers?
Thoughts & Prayers was directed by Zackary Canepari, Jessica Dimmock.
Who stars in Thoughts & Prayers?
The principal cast of Thoughts & Prayers includes Not specified.
When was Thoughts & Prayers released and how long is it?
Thoughts & Prayers was released in 2025 with a total runtime of 1h 28m.
Who composed the musical score for Thoughts & Prayers?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Thoughts & Prayers was composed by Matt Joynt.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Thoughts & Prayers?
Thoughts & Prayers holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).