Frank the Barber
now available on DVD ~ click here for details
Frank the Barber
a documentary by Jeff Palmer
WINNER - JUDGES PICK - ARTSTREAM FILM FESTIVAL 2006
Details at the artstream blog HERE
"FRANK THE BARBER is a wonderful portrait of an all-American barber: Frank Marchand. Like any good barber, Palmer immediately makes you feel like a regular in the chair as Frank spins tales of everything from big band records to the lost art of barbering." - A.D.Liano, Barberland
"Frank the Barber is part of the essence of America." - Richard McClure, AmericanMovieWorks
"Quite entertaining." - Robert Marvy, William Marvy Company, Inc.
ABOUT THE MOVIE
Frank Marchand provided a steadfast service of barbering in the town of Rochester, New Hampshire for over half a century. As a native, citizen and productive member of Rochester for more than 80 years, some would say that Frank Marchand was definitely a cut above. So when Frank tells his tales of buzz cuts and close shaves, he also tells the story of Rochester’s colorful past.
Born into a lineage of local
barbering, Frank perpetuated a family profession and business while enriching
the art of barbering with unmatched fervor for his work. Even Marchand’s
Barbershop, which doubled as a used record store, reflected his unique and
spirited personality.
Flicker Pictures aims to capture
that very spirit with the documentary of Frank the Barber. With hopes,
this project will increase awareness of the overlooked trade of barbering and
recognize the barber as a valued part of the community.
Please contact Jeff Palmer at Flicker Pictures for more information about this important project.
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