Ash: Ashley Thorndyke - Work in Progress (1995)
his film records the devising of a “work in progress” by theatre director Ashley Thorndyke (Jason Hoyte). The concept — by Duncan Sarkies (Two Little Boys, Scarfies) — mocks the gamut of thesp and drama school cliches: from ‘wanky’ director to wacky warm-up exercises (animal impersonations, primal screams, Love Boat theme song). Peter Burger, fresh out of Broadcasting School, co-directs, and the willing cast is drawn from the 90s Wellington theatre scene orbiting around Bats and Victoria University. Future Conchord Jemaine Clement memorably learns to get loose.
Director: Duncan Sarkies, Peter Burger
Genre: Comedy
Runtime: 28 min
Release Date: January 1, 1995
Cast
- Jonny Brugh - Felipe
- Jemaine Clement - Eli
- Jason Hoyte - Ashley
- Phil McMurtrie - Abel
- Justin Telford - Miriam
- Jason Whyte - Rhys
Editing: Peter Burger
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: Duncan Sarkies, Peter Burger
More Films in Genre: Comedy
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Ash: Ashley Thorndyke - Work in Progress about?
- his film records the devising of a “work in progress” by theatre director Ashley Thorndyke (Jason Hoyte). The concept — by Duncan Sarkies (Two Little Boys, Scarfies) — mocks the gamut of thesp and drama school cliches: from ‘wanky’ director to wacky warm-up exercises (animal impersonations, primal screams, Love Boat theme song). Peter Burger, fresh out of Broadcasting School, co-directs, and the willing cast is drawn from the 90s Wellington theatre scene orbiting around Bats and Victoria University. Future Conchord Jemaine Clement memorably learns to get loose.
- Who directed Ash: Ashley Thorndyke - Work in Progress?
- Ash: Ashley Thorndyke - Work in Progress was directed by Duncan Sarkies, Peter Burger.
- Who stars in Ash: Ashley Thorndyke - Work in Progress?
- Ash: Ashley Thorndyke - Work in Progress stars Jonny Brugh, Jemaine Clement, Jason Hoyte, Phil McMurtrie, Justin Telford, Jason Whyte.
- How long is Ash: Ashley Thorndyke - Work in Progress?
- Ash: Ashley Thorndyke - Work in Progress has a runtime of 28m (28 minutes).
- What genre is Ash: Ashley Thorndyke - Work in Progress?
- Ash: Ashley Thorndyke - Work in Progress is a Comedy film.