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Set in the Sydney crime underworld in 1969. Barry Ryan (Bryan Brown) is a prominent gangster whose business is threatened when a Chicago mafia boss sends two of his men to scope out the poker machine scene for a potential takeover. Tony (John Goodman) and Sal (Felix Williamson), however, are lost when it comes to Australian culture, and stick out like a sore thumb.
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Actors: Bryan Brown, Toni Collette, John Goodman, Sam Neill, Sam Worthington
Director: David Caesar
Manufacturer: Momentum Pictures
Director: David Caesar
Manufacturer: Momentum Pictures
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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
What can I say - Watch it ! 5 stars for the movie and 3 for the DVD extras !
In my mind a superior movie to the cult Lock, Stock and Two Barrels. Great 70's retro look, great cinematography and some cool sequences scattered throughout. Superb acting and great humour, despite the odd bit of violence.
Extras on the DVD are pretty poor however - 30+ photos and factuals on 6 or so of the main actors + the original promo. Shame there is no Documentary on the making of. The DVD Menu however is top notch and merges into the movie perfectly.
Gagging for a sequel methinks and a re-release with some real extras.
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
By Nate
Format:DVD
I am a huge fan of Bryan Brown. He is hillarious without even trying to be and a real larrikin. He is one of Australia's greatest exports. Even with the strong cast in the film, it is definitely his movie. Any fan of his will love this movie.
Brown plays "Barry". A sydney underworld crime figure who has the monopoly on the Pokie business in Sydney. He is powerful, greedy and street-wise. He has a deal with the local police boss to do whatever necessary to keep his business moving, as long as he keeps the violence of the streets and keeps paying his cut.
Enter two American gangsters who want a big slice of the action, bigger than what Barry believes they are entitled too. What follows is a tug-of-war between the two for control of the pokie trade. Throw in a few twists, a bit of deceipt and manipulation and you basically have your plot.
Its the cast and the soundtrack I believe are the movies biggest assets. Most people will recognise John Goodman, Sam Neil and Toni Collette, who's abilities speak for themselves but special mention must go to Sam Worthington, Kestie Morassi and Felix Williamson.
Williamson who is actually Aussie plays Sal, Goodman's gangster buddy from Chicago. Worthington is a young up and comer who has gone on to star in other great Aussie flicks such as 'Somersault', 'Gettin Square' and 'Thunderstruck'. And this movie provided a launching pad for the very talented Kestie Morassi, who international audiences will remember as one of the British backpackers from 'Wolf Creek'.
I can understand how overseas audiences may not get some of the dialogue. There is lots of slang and dry humour, but provides great entertainment nonetheless.
Brown plays "Barry". A sydney underworld crime figure who has the monopoly on the Pokie business in Sydney. He is powerful, greedy and street-wise. He has a deal with the local police boss to do whatever necessary to keep his business moving, as long as he keeps the violence of the streets and keeps paying his cut.
Enter two American gangsters who want a big slice of the action, bigger than what Barry believes they are entitled too. What follows is a tug-of-war between the two for control of the pokie trade. Throw in a few twists, a bit of deceipt and manipulation and you basically have your plot.
Its the cast and the soundtrack I believe are the movies biggest assets. Most people will recognise John Goodman, Sam Neil and Toni Collette, who's abilities speak for themselves but special mention must go to Sam Worthington, Kestie Morassi and Felix Williamson.
Williamson who is actually Aussie plays Sal, Goodman's gangster buddy from Chicago. Worthington is a young up and comer who has gone on to star in other great Aussie flicks such as 'Somersault', 'Gettin Square' and 'Thunderstruck'. And this movie provided a launching pad for the very talented Kestie Morassi, who international audiences will remember as one of the British backpackers from 'Wolf Creek'.
I can understand how overseas audiences may not get some of the dialogue. There is lots of slang and dry humour, but provides great entertainment nonetheless.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
By mick1164
Format:DVD|Amazon Verified Purchase
An unexpected gem, recorded it off men and movies just based on the cast, I was so impressed I just had to buy the dvd, typical gritty Aussie film, with a good sprinkling of dark humour. Well worth a look.
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