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Backyard Ashes (2013)
Director: Mark Grentell
Cast: Andrew S. Gilbert, Felix Williamson, Damian Callinan, Maddison Catlin-Smith
Runtime90 min
RatingPG
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Dougie Waters loves nothing more than a weekend barbie and cricket match with his mates. But his paradise on earth is destroyed when his best mate and neighbour Norm is forced to leave town and their new boss, a pompous English administrator called Edward Lords, moves in. The animosity between the two men peaks during one fateful backyard cricket match when Dougie hits a ball that accidentally stuns Edward's prize winning cat, Dexter. The cat falls into the roaring BBQ and is instantly incinerated, leaving only ashes. Dougie's son captures footage of the unfortunate event on camera and it is uploaded onto YouTube where the video instantly goes viral! The idea of a backyard cricketing challenge is hatched, with the winner keeping the ashes of Edward's deceased cat, Dexter. The two teams battle it out in the greatest game of backyard cricket ever for the Backyard Ashes.
Critical Reception & Ratings
Backyard Ashes, a 2013 comedy film directed by Mark Grentell, has received a mixed critical response, with some praising its humor and lighthearted tone, while others finding it a bit uneven. The film has not received any major awards recognition, but it has garnered a respectable audience rating of 6.9/10 on IMDb, indicating generally positive reception from viewers.
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Backyard Ashes is a delightful comedy that blends the laidback charm of an Aussie backyard cricket match with a hilarious rivalry between two neighbors - one a lovable larrikin and the other a stuffy English administrator. Directed by Mark Grentell, this 2013 film features standout performances from actors like Andrew S. Gilbert and Damian Callinan that will have you in stitches.
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Backyard Ashes is a 2013 Australian comedy film about backyard cricket.
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