The New Gardener
Larry and Leo's long-term relationship is put to the ultimate test by the arrival of a very sexy, very criminal young man posing as their new gardener. Shot on location and set in Palm Springs, California, this comedic tale of sex, robbery and remarriage stars Guy Branum and Johnny Sibilly.
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Ryan ParmaDirector
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Harrison J PierceWriter"RuPaul's Drag Tots," "Weho House"
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Guy BranumKey Cast"Larry""Bros," "Hacks," "Platonic," "No Strings Attached"
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Johnny SibillyKey Cast"Leo""Hacks," "Station 19," "Pose," "Queer as Folk"
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Carson PolishKey Cast"The New Gardener""Sabrina Carpenter: Espresso," "Demonic Toys: Jack Attack"
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Roman PhillipsKey Cast"Jesús the Gardener ""Murdered by Morning," "In the Shadows"
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Harrison PierceProducer
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Regina PigsleyProducer
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John B. BarrettDirector of PhotographyTV's "Sugar," "Palm Royale," "The Rookie"
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Project Type:Short
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Genres:comedy
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Runtime:15 minutes 57 seconds
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Completion Date:January 31, 2025
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Country of Origin:United States, United States
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Country of Filming:United States, United States
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Language:English
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Shooting Format:RED
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Aspect Ratio:16:9
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Film Color:Color
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First-time Filmmaker:No
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Student Project:No
Ryan Parma is a Los Angeles-based director known for his joyful and dynamic storytelling, often blending comedy, movement, and underrepresented perspectives to create engaging narratives. A proud member of the LGBTQIA+ community, Ryan’s work is deeply influenced by his background in dance, music, and digital media.
Since earning his degree in Radio-Television-Film from the University of Texas at Austin, Ryan has directed an eclectic range of projects—from music videos and branded content to web series and narrative films. His portfolio includes collaborations with major brands and networks like Disney Channel, Netflix, Lifetime, MTV, and Warner Records, as well as artists and influencers such as Kyle Hanagami, Pentatonix, and Jolin Tsai. His ability to fuse cinematic storytelling with movement has made him a sought-after director in both traditional and new media.
Recent projects include the comedic short "Time Jump Party", a choose-your-own-adventure narrative series for the app ReelShort, and the upcoming "The New Gardener", starring Guy Branum. He also successfully crowdfunded a web series featuring Disney Princesses playing Dungeons & Dragons.
Ryan thrives on collaboration and continues to push creative boundaries, always seeking new ways to bring stories to life with heart, humor, and a distinctive visual style.