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Director Danny Mulheron has fun with the subversive character of Mr Gormsby in this irreverently funny series. In desperation, the Tepapawai High School principal has hired paragon of old school values Mr Gormsby (David McPhail) after yet another relief teacher walks out. Forming an instant dislike for fellow teacher 'Steve from Guidance' and frustrated that his trusty cane has been taken from him, Gormsby comes up a unique form of discipline which manages to offend pretty much everyone. Nominated for Best Script and Best Comedy at the 2006 NZ Screen Awards.
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Brilliantly funny and a poignant social commentary - as much as we admire Gormsby we despise Steve - Best thing I've seen on TV.
Great show! Totally worth watching! If only there were more teachers like Mr Gormsby nowadays ;)
I wish I there had been more teachers like Mr Gormsby in my day as I really believe education standards would be a lot higher than they are now and less kids would be high school dropouts.
David McPhail is a great actor and put a lot of effort into this television series.
Cheers
John
Direct Hit Productions
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Television, 2004 (Full Length Episode)
Another un-PC comedy featuring characters growing up brown and proud
Television, 1997 (Excerpts)
Another comedy show directed by Danny Mulheron
Film, 1990 (Trailer)
Another defiantly tasteless comedy co-written by Danny Mulheron
Television, 1980 (Full Length)
Another comedy series showcasing David McPhail
2006 NZ Screen Awards
Nominated for Best Script and Best Comedy
NZ ON SCREEN 2013
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Kate Stone | website
Posted at 05.30PM - 20.10.2010
Brilliant script and really great performances from David McPhail and Jason Hoyt. Unexpected and enjoyable.