The Castle (1999)

The opening of the movie is voiced over by the narrator – Dale Kerrigan (Steven Curry), he opens up his story with introducing himself, his family and their home… or there Castle should I say. This movie has won multiple awards, one of few being "Australian Movie of the Year". 'The Castle' is an Australian Comedy-Drama, most people would call it a classical Australian Comedy but I found it rather not humorous at all and quite boring, but not everything can suit everyone so you may be like me and dislike and not at all enjoy the movie whilst everyone around you is laughing… or you might be one of those people laughing and enjoying the movie. This story is told through the eyes of Dale Kerrigan, the youngest boy of the Kerrigan family. The Kerrigan family has 6 members, each having a very strong sense of identity, each showing very strong, loving "Bogan Australian" characteristics. In the Kerrigan family there is Darryl and Sally who are the parents, then there's Wayne who is the oldest son who throughout the movie spends all his time in gaol because "it wasn't his fault he robbed the servo", then there's Tracey and Con who recently just married, Tracy is the only daughter and everyone is so proud of her and he hairdressing career, there's also Steve who is constantly looking for random things to buy in the newspaper and then last of all there's Dale the narrator. The Kerrigan family are an extremely loving, caring and understanding family, which is why so many people love this movie, through anything and everything they still stick together and support each other's decisions. If you love classic Australian humour this is a movie that will get you laughing, but if you are like me and do not at all find it funny, I still suggest you watch it if you have the time but you just might not enjoy it all that much. The movie is based around a problem that this family encounters with their small family home which is next door to an airport in Melbourne. Dale tells his story of his family and the adventure they have after they have a visit from the council telling them that their much loved family home is being taken from them so they can extend the airport. Through-out the film the strong characteristics of each main character is shown constantly, showing that they aren't going to give up, but in the end do they succeed? Or do they eventually give up? The Kerrigan family love their home no matter what anyone says, they love every single thing about it, even the airport next door doesn't bother them with the constant noise of planes coming and going, they think it's amazing they get to live so close to one of the greatest man made creations, and the fact that the government is trying to take that away from them kills them all inside but they won't just give up their house, there home and their castle just in a snap of fingers and they won't give up without a fight. What the government was trying to take from them was a house but really what they would be taking was a home, home is more of a feeling and comfortable memorable place rather than a house which is just a building you live in. The whole neighbourhood are furious about losing their houses and they will all do what they can so they can keep their houses, but is all they've got to give stronger than what the council and government want? Or will they come up with an agreement that everyone agrees with? Or do they not at first succeed but continue fighting their battle like a knight would fight for its castle and village? Overall even though I did not enjoy the movie the story line of a family who doesn't give up no matter what and will fight for the things they love is very heart warming and leaves you with a sense of love and care for the family even though it's just a story.

The castle is a 1996 Australian Movie. The movie is about a family trying to save their house from being bought by the government. A family against the bureaucracy is a very common plot. Throughout history we have seen the little mans fight against the government that tries to take everything from them.The execution is also a tried and tested one. There is an emotional speech, initial disappointment , final savior.However what really makes the movie is not the plot. It is the characters. The great father character and the narrator. The narrator 's dialogues are extremely witty and very warm. The family has so much love for each other that it seems unreal but it doesn't matter.A movie with a saccharin sweet plot but it is for a nice afternoon with your family.

Working Dog have a proved record of demonstrating that a mega-budget isn't essential to producing enjoyable, well-conceived and executed films and television shows."The Castle", however, is not a film which everyone will enjoy without some effort. Because the humor derives very much from a particular part of the world, those of different cultures and countries will not readily relate to many of the gags. There is enough generic humor Making light, as it does, of a happy family enjoying life's simple pleasures is not something that everyone finds funny, either. But if one puts aside such sensitivities for the sake of enjoying the light-hearted story, it is an enjoyable watch.It did seem to me that there was a change of scriptwriter about half way through the film, as the style of dialogue changed. The most obvious aspect of this was the sudden inclusion of four-letter words in characters' speech, for the second half of the film. Another oddity of the film was the pronunciation of "castle", which was more characteristic of Toorak residents (and their wannabees) than Essendon.But put that aside and enjoy the ride. It's certainly worth a watch.

An amazingly humorous movie (very understated humor) that also subtly tells us what's important in life: leadership - bringing out the best in the people around you if even you're a tow truck driver, enjoying the life you've been given without bitterness, remorse, etc., standing up for your rights and fighting for your family and friends.Apparently a review needs at least 10 lines. So here's a rerun:An amazingly humorous movie (very understated humor) that also subtly tells us what's important in life: leadership - bringing out the best in the people around you if even you're a tow truck driver, enjoying the life you've been given without bitterness, remorse, etc., standing up for your rights and fighting for your family and friends.