The Siege of Barton's Bathroom

A young girl attempts to stop her father and a neighbor from removing a cherished tree from their backyard by locking herself inside her family bathroom. This story was later adapted into the pilot episode of a television series titled The Bartons, which featured a different cast.

The 1986 Australian short film was written and directed by Jocelyn Moorhouse. It marks the start of a directorial timeline that includes Proof, How to Make an American Quilt, The Dressmaker, and The Fabulous Four. The production was supported by the Australian Film Commission and has a runtime of 17 minutes. The cast features Rebekah Elmaloglou as Elly Barton, Frankie J. Holden as Robert Barton, and Clair Crowther as Mrs. Barton. Other roles were played by Max Phipps, Brendan Cowell, and Cameron Scott.