THE LAST MULLET: An Outlawed Hairstyle Becomes a Cut Above the Rest

Ladies and gentlemen, inspired by true events, The Last Mullet takes one of the most unbelievable stories imaginable—a government outlawing a hairstyle—and transforms it into a deeply human film about identity, individuality, and quiet resistance. Selected for the 2026 LA Shorts International Film Festival, filmmaker Hoj Jomehri blends satire, drama, and heartfelt storytelling to remind us that sometimes the smallest freedoms reveal the biggest truths. The Last Mullet is one of those rare short films that invites laughter before quietly challenging us to think more deeply about the cost of individuality. Hoj Jomehri transforms an almost unbelievable true event into a story that is equal parts satire and sobering reality, reminding us that when a government fears something as ordinary as a hairstyle, the issue is never really about hair—it is about control. The film's striking cinematography gives every frame a sense of urgency and weight, allowing the absurd premise to unfold with genuine emotional stakes. Complementing those visuals is a wonderfully playful yet purposeful score that injects energy and charm without ever diminishing the seriousness of the story. Together, they create a film that is both entertaining and profoundly relevant. #shortfilm #film #cinema #mullet #mohawk #haircare #hairstyle #filmmaking #filmmaker #filmdirector #screenwriter #boobynaderi #actor #acting #iranianamerican #movies