Best movies like Joe's Bed-Stuy Barbershop: We Cut Heads
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Plot Summary:
Zack Homer takes over managing the barbershop after Joe is killed for trying to rip off his "investor", Mr. Lovejoy. All Zack wants to do is run a traditional barbershop giving traditional haircuts, but modern styles have passed him by and business is slow. One evening, Mr. Lovejoy shows up to offer Zack the same deal he gave to Joe. It could turn his business around, but what will he have to give in return?.
IMDB Rating: 5.5
IMDB Votes: 371
Genere: Comedy, Crime, Drama
Country: USA
Duration: 60 min
Plot tags: independent film, student film
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