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Deep Dive: Tread (2020)

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Tread
Tread is a documentary about Marvin Heemeyer, an American welder who took extreme actions against the town of Granby, Colorado. After a series of disputes with local officials, Heemeyer modified a bulldozer with steel and concrete, arming it with guns. This film captures the events leading up to and including Heemeyer's rampage, providing insight into his motivations and the community's response. Directed by Paul Solet, the film premiered at the South by Southwest film festival in March 2019 and was released on Netflix on February 28, 2020. With a runtime of 88 minutes, it presents a detailed account of Heemeyer's actions and the impact on Granby, offering a unique perspective on desperation and conflict in small-town America.

Why Watch

  • •See Marvin Heemeyer's bulldozer rampage in Granby, Colorado.
  • •Find out how Heemeyer fortified his bulldozer with steel and guns.
  • •Meet the townspeople affected by Heemeyer's actions.

Did You Know

•Marvin Heemeyer went on a rampage in Granby, Colorado in 2004.
•The film has a 90% approval rating based on 10 reviews on Rotten Tomatoes.
•Tread premiered at the South by Southwest film festival in March 2019.
•The documentary was released on Netflix on February 28, 2020.

Perfect For

True crime enthusiastsDocumentary fansSmall-town conflict stories