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Guy Meets Girl

This unconventional romantic comedy explores the world of modern dating by presenting a chance encounter through two contrasting perspectives.

  • Alex Forstenhausler
    Director
    Winner of Best Director for "A Special Video Message"
  • Alex Forstenhausler
    Writer
  • Lindsay-Elizabeth Hand
    Producer
    Emmy-nominated for "Shelf Life" on Amazon Prime
  • Gianmarco Soresi
    Key Cast
    Hustlers, The Late Late Show with James Corden
  • Sarah Pribis
    Key Cast
    HQ Trivia, Les Miserables on Broadway
  • George Nicolaidis
    Key Cast
    Crank Yankers, Jimmy Kimmel Live
  • Project Type:
    Short
  • Genres:
    Comedy, Romance, Horror
  • Runtime:
    8 minutes 12 seconds
  • Country of Origin:
    United States
  • Country of Filming:
    United States, United States
  • Language:
    English
  • Shooting Format:
    Digital
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    No
  • Student Project:
    No
Director Biography - Alex Forstenhausler

Alex Forstenhausler graduated from NYU’s Tisch School of the Arts, where he majored in film and television with a minor in producing. Since then, he has written and directed a slew of short films and web series, featuring the talents of Amar'e Stoudemire, Richard Kind, Len Cariou, Kurt Braunohler, and Vincent Pastore. His work has appeared in festivals all over the world—garnering awards such as Best Director, Best Narrative Short, and Best Actor—as well as on the websites Funny or Die and HuffPo. Alex served as the story editor and creative consultant for ALIX, a feature film about a young girl recruited as a child soldier in the Colombian jungle, who escapes into a magical realm through her imagination. The film is now streaming on Amazon Prime.

In addition to his work in film, Alex works as a freelance writer/producer of digital content for companies like Digital Workshop, VaynerMedia, and SideSwipe Media. He was a quarterfinalist for the Nicholl Fellowship, a three-time finalist for the New York Television Festival’s pilot competition, and winner of WeTV’s pilot competition. As a comedian, he’s written and performed for several Friars Club events, including the roasts of Padma Lakshmi, Ricky Schroder, and Dennis Rodman.

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Director Statement

"Dating in New York is tough."
―Every stand-up comedian ever

"Guy Meets Girl" is a romantic comedy with a twist—a crowd-pleasing comedy/horror hybrid that delves into the complexities of modern dating from multiple perspectives. Much like "Rashomon," the film unpacks the same event from different angles, revealing how each character’s perception colors their reality. At its heart, the film reflects my greatest fears, filtered through a comedic lens. I hope the film motivates people to look inward and avoid the same pitfalls the characters experience as a result of miscommunication and ignorance. Above all, I want audiences to enjoy the ride while laughing, cringing, and perhaps even reflecting on their own dating misadventures.