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Hacked: Filmmakers Turn Pandemic Frustration into Powerful Film

1/8/2026

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Shane Brady and Emily Zercher, filmmakers, lost their down payment to a hacker during the pandemic.
They channeled that frustration into a fast-paced film that resonates with younger audiences.
The film, Hacked: A Double Entendre of Rage Fueled Karma, completed its festival run and was acquired by S&R Films.
Brady says making the film helped him process the robbery and connect with others who faced similar challenges.

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Story summary

Shane Brady and Emily Zercher, filmmakers, lost their down payment to a hacker during the pandemic.
They channeled that frustration into a fast-paced film that resonates with younger audiences.
The film, Hacked: A Double Entendre of Rage Fueled Karma, completed its festival run and was acquired by S&R Films.
Brady says making the film helped him process the robbery and connect with others who faced similar challenges.