Barry McKenzie Holds His Own

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"Hard on the heels of evil...soft on the lips of sheilahs!"
  • 1974
  • 1 hr 33 min
  • 5.4  (291)

Barry McKenzie Holds His Own, released in 1974, is an Australian comedy film directed by Bruce Beresford. The movie is a sequel to The Adventures of Barry McKenzie, which was released in 1972. The film stars Barry Crocker, Barry Humphries, and Donald Pleasence in the lead roles. The movie follows the hilarious misadventures of Barry McKenzie, a young Australian man who travels to England to represent his country at the Festival of Britishness. Barry is accompanied by his Aunt Edna, an eccentric and loud Australian woman, and a host of other Australian characters who attempt to navigate the cultural differences between Australia and England.

The film is set against the backdrop of the early 1970s, and is a satire of Australian and British cultures. It is filled with humorous moments, and the characters are larger than life. The movie is particularly known for its over-the-top Australian accents and humour.

Barry Crocker plays the titular character of Barry McKenzie. Crocker portrays Barry as a bumbling but well-meaning Australian man who is confused by the cultural differences between his home country and England. Crocker is able to capture the comedic timing and quick wit that is required for the role and delivers a performance that is both charming and hilarious.

Barry Humphries, who is best known for his character of Dame Edna Everage, plays multiple roles in the movie. Humphries portrays the characters of Aunt Edna, a transvestite artist, and a British bestseller author. Humphries brings a lot of energy and humour to his performances, and is a perfect foil to Crocker's Barry.

Donald Pleasence plays the role of Sir Alec Ferguson, the head of the Festival of Britishness committee. Pleasence is a veteran actor and is able to bring a sense of gravitas to his role, which is at odds with the comedic tone of the film.

The film is notable for its use of parody and satire in its treatment of Australian and British cultures. It pokes fun at the stereotypes associated with both cultures, and highlights the cultural differences that exist between the two nations. The humour in the film is often exaggerated, and at times, may be seen as offensive to some viewers.

The movie was well-received upon its release in Australia, but was not as successful internationally. It was criticized by some for its caricatured portrayal of Australian and British cultures, and for its use of offensive language.

Overall, Barry McKenzie Holds His Own is a fun and light-hearted film that provides an insight into the cultural differences between Australia and England. It is an entertaining satire that is sure to make viewers laugh at the absurdities of the characters and situations portrayed in the film.

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  • Release Date
    1974
  • Runtime
    1 hr 33 min
  • Language
    English
  • IMDB Rating
    5.4  (291)
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