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Quad movie poster for the 1997 Australian comedy film,
The Castle. The film is an iconic Australian classic that is often quoted and explores the themes of family, the "little Aussie battler," and compulsory government acquisition of property.
Summary
The film is a working-class comedy that tells the story of the Kerrigan family who live happily in a house next to the Melbourne airport. When a large corporation attempts to compulsorily acquire their home and their neighbors' properties for an airport expansion, the family patriarch, Darryl Kerrigan (played by Michael Caton), decides to fight the government in court, all the way to the High Court of Australia.
Key Details
Release Date: April 10, 1997
Director: Rob Sitch
Starring: Michael Caton, Anne Tenney, Stephen Curry, Sophie Lee, and Eric Bana (in his film debut)
Famous Quotes: The movie is known for several lines that have become part of Australian culture, including "Tell him he's dreamin'!", "How's the serenity?", and "It's the vibe".
Where to Watch: The film is available to stream on platforms like The Criterion Channel, or for rent/purchase on YouTube, Amazon Prime Video, and Fandango at Home. |
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