Garrett Patten Brings The Iron Door to TCL Chinese Theatre

Patten’s latest feature draws from century-old desert folklore rooted in California’s Yucca Valley, specifically the legend of gold miner Johnny Lang. The project serves as a cornerstone for his production house, TBK Productions, which has maintained a relentless development schedule this year. Beyond his work in the director’s chair, Patten has balanced his portfolio with on-screen performances, most notably in the thriller Self Custody.

That short film, which features Adrien Grenier, Henry Cejudo, and Odette Annable, explores the frantic search for a lost Bitcoin fortune. Following a successful premiere at SXSW’s Alamo Drafthouse, the project is currently streaming on platforms including Prime Video and Tubi. TBK Productions is now actively expanding that narrative into a full television series.

Patten’s creative output remains diverse as he looks toward future endeavors. His development pipeline includes a narrative feature focusing on The Grateful Dead through a child's perspective and a biopic centered on Mike Tyson. By securing a wide release for The Iron Door, Patten transitions from the independent festival circuit to a broader audience, reinforcing his commitment to maintaining a robust slate of genre-bending content.