Films About Hairdressers: A Curated Collection

Description: Set in the 1960s, this comedy-drama follows a Beverly Hills hairdresser navigating his personal and professional life amidst political and social upheaval.

Fact: Warren Beatty, who also co-wrote the screenplay, stars as the hairdresser, and the film was nominated for four Academy Awards.

Description: While not directly about hairdressers, this film adaptation of the Broadway musical features numerous scenes in a hippie commune where hair and its styling play a significant role in the counterculture movement.

Fact: The film was directed by Miloš Forman, who also directed "One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest," and it includes the famous song "Let the Sunshine In."

Description: While not exclusively about hairdressers, the film features a memorable beauty salon setting where life's dramas unfold among a group of Southern women.

Fact: The film was adapted from a play by Robert Harling, who wrote it as a tribute to his sister, and it features an all-star cast including Sally Field and Julia Roberts.

Description: This French film explores the life of a man who has always dreamt of marrying a hairdresser, offering a whimsical and romantic take on the profession.

Fact: The film was directed by Patrice Leconte, known for his visually stunning films. It was also nominated for a César Award for Best Film.

Description: A British comedy-drama about a family of hairdressers competing in a national hairdressing competition, highlighting the personal and professional tensions within the family.

Fact: Alan Rickman and Rachel Weisz star in this film, which was inspired by the British hairdressing competition, the British Hairdressing Awards.

Description: This musical comedy showcases the transformative power of a hairdo, set against the backdrop of 1960s Baltimore, where a plus-sized teen dreams of dancing on a local TV show.

Fact: The film features a star-studded cast including John Travolta, Michelle Pfeiffer, and Queen Latifah. It was nominated for two Academy Awards.

Description: Although primarily a romantic comedy about figure skating, the film includes a subplot involving a hairdresser who becomes a coach, adding depth to the narrative.

Fact: The film was a surprise hit, spawning several sequels and a TV series, focusing on the dynamic between the characters.

Description: A comedy-drama about a hairdresser who opens her own salon, dealing with the challenges of entrepreneurship and personal relationships.

Fact: Vivica A. Fox stars and also served as an executive producer for this film, which focuses on the empowerment of women.

Description: Although not a narrative film, this documentary by Chris Rock explores the cultural significance of hair in the African-American community, featuring interviews with celebrities and hair professionals.

Fact: The film was inspired by Rock's daughter asking if she had "good hair," leading to an exploration of hair politics and economics.

Description: A Scottish hairdresser travels to Los Angeles to compete in a hairdressing competition, leading to a series of comedic and cultural clashes.

Fact: The film was inspired by the real-life World Hairdressing Championships, and Craig Ferguson, who stars, also co-wrote the screenplay.