This film is part of Free
Hair
Mary and Archie are obsessive shavers. Archie hates hair, and Mary loves Archie. But when Mary wonders what might happen if she let it grow, it threatens their relationship.
Overview
Mary and Archie are obsessive shavers. Archie hates hair, and Mary loves Archie. By selling their shavings they plan to save up for a more permanent solution - laser hair removal. But when Mary starts to wonder what might happen if she let it grow, it threatens their relationship. And she must make a choice. Hair? Or Archie?
Featuring the voices of Valene Kane (Mary) and Jonathan Aris (Archie).
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