Auckland's Bashford Antiques charged excessive car clamping fees, prompting a three-year investigation by journalist David Farrier.
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Auckland's Bashford Antiques charged excessive car clamping fees, prompting a three-year investigation by journalist David Farrier.
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Synopsis
David Farrier investigates Mister Organ, a figure linked to Bashford Antiques in Ponsonby, Auckland. The documentary follows Farrier's three-year effort to understand the car clamping practices associated with the business. He documents his encounters with intimidation and manipulation while seeking the truth. Legal disputes arise after Farrier takes a sign from the closed store, leading to a tribunal case. The film premiered on 12 October 2022 at Fantastic Fest and was released in New Zealand on 10 November.
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Why Watch
- See the impact of car clamping laws in New Zealand.
- Meet the enigmatic Mister Organ in Auckland.
- Find out about the legal battles surrounding the film.
Did You Know
- The film was announced in June 2020 under the title Clamped.
- Farrier's original article in 2016 led to legislation against excessive clamping fees.
- Mister Organ debuted on October 12, 2022, at Fantastic Fest in Texas.
- Farrier paid NZ$3,000 in compensation to Organ for a sign dispute.
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Who directed the documentary Mister Organ?
Mister Organ was directed by David Farrier.
What was the original title of Mister Organ?
The documentary was originally titled Clamped.
When was Mister Organ released in New Zealand cinemas?
Mister Organ was released in New Zealand cinemas on 10 November 2022.
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