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The Castle

1997 · 85 min · Drama

The cheerfully eccentric Kerrigan family adores their homemade house beside Melbourne's airport — until the government moves to seize it. Refusing to give up, they carry their battle all the way up through the courts. A beloved Australian comedy about the little guy.

Why it’s here

A beloved Australian suburban comedy about home, law, and working-class pride.

Runtime
85 min
Genre
Drama · Comedy
Mood
funny · thoughtful
Entry
some context
Best for
shorter watch · a lighter route

Content notes: war or political violence Non-exhaustive

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