Down Under
Down Under

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Down Under

1989
Movie
Adult · 18+
88 min
English

William Higgins travels Down Under to Sydney in search of some new meat and discovers that Aussies have more to offer than "shrimp on the barbie." It's a g'day mate for these hot Australian studs when Higgins casts them!

Insights

IMDb5.5/10
Director: Peter DiproseGenres: Comedy, Crime

Plot Summary

In this Australian crime comedy, two rival bikie gangs, the Hells Angels and the Comancheros, are on the verge of an all-out war over a disputed shipment of marijuana. As tensions escalate, a series of escalating misunderstandings and violent encounters threaten to engulf the entire city. The film follows the escalating chaos and the individuals caught in the crossfire of this dangerous turf war.

Critical Reception

Down Under received mixed to negative reviews from critics, with many finding its humor heavy-handed and its plot overly simplistic. While some appreciated its attempt at gritty Australian crime comedy, the film struggled to find a significant audience or critical acclaim.

What Reviewers Say

  • Humor is often unsubtle and relies heavily on crude jokes.

  • Plot is predictable and lacks depth.

  • Performances are generally uninspired, failing to elevate the material.

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Fun Fact

The film was intended to be a gritty, dark comedy exploring the Australian outlaw motorcycle club culture, but its execution led to it being largely overlooked by critics and audiences alike.

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