This short is made in black and white and is narrated by a country singer I am not familiar with, though this isn't an insult or anything--I just don't know anything about that type of music.

This is one of many short films that are now featured on IMDb. Since I love shorts, this makes me a very happy man. However, after seeing this one, I am left wondering if maybe I missed something. The film is about a guy who has a phobia about beards and he thought that there was some conspiracy by the bearded folk. By the time the film is over, I was left feeling like I couldn't care less. Maybe some will find his absurdist film funny or interesting, I just found it rather dull and unfulfilling.

The comedy genre refers to a category of entertainment that aims to amuse and entertain audiences by using humor, wit, and comedic situations. Comedies are created with the primary intention of eliciting laughter and providing lighthearted enjoyment. They encompass a wide range of styles, tones, and themes, appealing to various tastes and audiences.

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The short form refers to creative works characterized by their brevity and concise storytelling. Unlike full-length feature films, short films have a running time of less than 45 minutes, while TV shorts have a running time of less than 22 minutes.

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"The Dreaded Beard" is an absurdist comedy about a man tormented by his fear of beards. Striving for normality, he instead gets sucked into his dark, paranoiac world. Shot on 35mm B&W film, it features a voice-over by famed Texas musician, James McMurtry.

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