Short Film AFIN 199
THE WRONG BARBER
Directed by 
Dean Ganter
AFIN 2023 Winner
- 2023
- 20m
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Australia - English
- M/MA
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1 frame
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Synopsis
Being the tale of a young man who came in for a shave, and whom quickly became the focus of the Barber's murderous rage.
What makes this one special
- Nominated in 3 AFIN categoriesBest Produced Screenplay · Best Costume Design · Best Australian Actor
From the Judges
From the Judges
The costume and production design give this short a world that feels lived in and considered, right down to the details dressing the frame. Its concept drew genuine praise from the panel, a sharp little story with a real idea at its centre. It struck them as a confident, well-realised piece of work.
Director's Biography
Dean Ganter Director
Dean's film making career began in 2001 when he wrote and directed the independent short film JACK STRAW. His second short film MY DAD VICTOR followed in 2004, and another in 2005 HEADS UP, which won several Australian and international awards. Dean took time off directing to work in the film and TV industry in the camera and sound departments before deciding to produce and direct THE WRONG BARBER in 2019.
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THE WRONG BARBER was Winner of Best Actor and a Nominee for Best Produced Screenplay, Best Costume Design and Best Australian Actor at the AFIN International Film Festival 2023, a Top 100 Best Reviewed and IMDb-qualifying festival.
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