Getting Your Hair Cut in Indiana
A story about going home.
Feature film
LOGLINE: A small-town hairdresser and a grieving out-of-towner form an unlikely bond over shared childhood traumas, navigating dysfunctional family dynamics and unexpected intimacy as they confront the past to reclaim their futures.
When Iris and Paul meet at her salon under unusually emotional circumstances, their unplanned heart-to-heart sparks a surprising connection. Bonding over shared childhood traumas, Iris invites Paul to her family's dinner, which quickly turns chaotic. Seeking escape, they share an adventurous night out that deepens their attraction. The next day, Paul confronts his abusive father with Iris's support, leading to a life-changing showdown. As they return to Iris’s home, their honesty and vulnerability pave the way for a hopeful future together.
It's a witty and heartfelt dramedy with warmth and emotional charge that speaks from the millennial perspective about the relationships we choose versus the relationships we are born into.
It revives the spirit of peak indie cinema, seamlessly blending heartfelt drama with sharp, understated comedy. It captures the nostalgic charm of beloved classics like Silver Linings Playbook, Crazy, Stupid, Love, and Dan in Real Life, while offering a fresh perspective on the universality of familial dysfunction. With its poignant exploration of how deeply personal struggles often mirror one another across different upbringings, the film delivers a modern, emotionally aware twist that feels both timeless and refreshingly new.
Its family-related drama, honest hilarity, and rich autumn-toned color palette make it destined to become a Thanksgiving staple for years to come. The layered storytelling and heartfelt performances give it a rewatchability factor that ensures audiences will find something new to love with every viewing.
