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Australia10 Essential Australian FilmsStop 9 of 10
The Castle
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
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