The Castle
The castle, directed by Rob Sitch (1977) is a wonderful satirical comedy starring the likes of Michael Caton, Charles ‘Bud’ Tingwell, Stephen Curry and Anthony Simcoe. Despite its ‘M’ rating the film explores moral and family themes, giving a slightly over exaggerated yet humorous insight into a typical suburban Aussie family.
Darryl Kerrigan is a tow truck driver who despite the power lines, the nearby airport and the toxic landfill festering beneath his backyard, wholly believes his lowly residence in 3 Highview Crescent is the grandeur and splendor of all homes. His family, who are hilariously unaware of their lack of sophistication or style are behind him every step of the way, assisting him with the dilapidated D.I.Y extensions and buying pointless artifacts from the trading post.
When the government decides to compulsorily acquire all the homes in the area, Darryl takes it upon himself to fight the law to Australia’s Highest court, questioning the constitution itself, proclaiming that a man’s home is his castle.
The Castle is a lighthearted humor with hidden depth, focusing on a David and Goliath battle won purely by the power of sheer determination. It is a brilliant film, earning its place in Australia’s ‘pool room’.
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