Barrie Dunn is a renowned producer with a rich history in the television and film industry, boasting over two decades of experience. His latest endeavor includes serving as Writer and Producer on the third season of the highly acclaimed comedy/drama series Trailer Park Boys for Showcase Television, which is slated to go into production for eight more original episodes this summer.
In addition to his work on Trailer Park Boys, Barrie has also made significant contributions to the documentary genre. He wrote and produced Tough Guys, a documentary special for the CTV Television Network, which was directed by Mike Clattenburg. Furthermore, he co-produced the documentary special Team Spirit: The Story of Team Indigenous for the CTV Television Network.
Prior to his work in television production, Barrie spent several years at the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation, where his credits include Theatre On The Mulgrave Road, for which he won the Moonsnail Award for Best Documentary. He also worked on My Brother Larry, for which he wrote the original story and was nominated for a Gemini as Best Short Drama, as well as God's Trombones for Adrienne Clarkson Presents.
Barrie's extensive portfolio also includes the feature-length documentary Bernie's Going To Hollywood, which tells the story of a Spryfield taxi driver's quest for fame as an actor in Hollywood. Throughout his career, he has worked on over 30 television and film productions, including CBC's Gullage's and Black Harbour, the feature films Margaret's Museum, with Helena Bonham Carter, No Apologies, and Stations, which was a highly acclaimed independent film that played in many North American and European repertory cinemas.
Beyond his work in the entertainment industry, Barrie holds a degree in Law from Dalhousie University and has also studied philosophy, business, and theatre. Today, he is a practicing lawyer with Patterson Palmer, one of Atlantic Canada's largest law firms. He has also guest lectured on entertainment law issues at Dalhousie Law School and taught Film and Television Production at Mount Saint Vincent University.
In his capacity as a respected industry professional, Barrie has served as Past President of the Nova Scotia Film & Television Producers Association. Prior to his career in television production, he worked and lived in Eastern Europe as a street performer.
