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Crazy For Laynes

This is the journey of two adoptive brothers who start a fried chicken business together. Tensions between the brothers rise, and their relationship is put under strain. This is a story of betrayal, family, and morality, told through the whimsical lens of a chicken business.

  • Pearce Barnes
    Director
  • Pearce Barnes
    Writer
  • Pearce Barnes
    Producer
  • Quinn Graves
    First Assistant Director
  • Pearce Barnes
    Director of Photography
  • Pearce Barnes
    Editor
  • Pearce Barnes
    Production Designer
  • Pearce Barnes
    Casting Director
  • Danyel Pires
    Key Cast
    "Miguel Layne (adult)"
  • Caleb Ramirez
    Key Cast
    "Miguel Layne (child)"
  • Christian Thorpe
    Key Cast
    "Crod Cane (adult)"
  • Kam Scott
    Key Cast
    "Crod Cane (child)"
  • David Burt
    Key Cast
    "Evictor"
  • Christopher Phipps
    Key Cast
    "Investor"
  • Claire Brophy
    Production Assistants
  • Megan Cleary
    Production Assistants
  • Davis Knocke
    Production Assistants
  • Charlie Waldman
    Production Assistants
  • Barnes Family
    Special Thanks
  • Heather Connorton
    Special Thanks
  • Kiffany Bradford
    Special Thanks
  • Layne's Chicken Fingers in Lewisville
    Special Thanks
  • Primera Building
    Special Thanks
  • Project Type:
    Short, Student
  • Runtime:
    12 minutes
  • Completion Date:
    January 30, 2024
  • Production Budget:
    300 USD
  • Country of Origin:
    United States
  • Country of Filming:
    United States
  • Language:
    English
  • Shooting Format:
    Digital
  • Aspect Ratio:
    2.55:1
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    Yes
  • Student Project:
    Yes - Greenhill School
Director Biography - Pearce Barnes

Hi! I am Pearce Barnes, an 18-year-old filmmaker based out of Dallas, TX. I specialize in narrative-based films, primarily as a writer, director, director of photography, colorist, and editor. In my free time, I enjoy playing volleyball, taking photographs, studying biology, and spending time with my friends. Please feel free to contact me at pearcejamesbarnes@gmail.com or 469-512-5950.

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