Take Away

Synopsis

In the Australian comedy film Take Away (2003), directed by Marc Gracie, chaos ensues when rivalry between two fish and chip shops, one owned by Tony Stilano (played by Vince Colosimo), escalates into a hilarious battle. As the zany conflict unfolds, the quirky characters in the small town of Eagle Rock get caught up in the madness. With fast-paced humor and wit, Take Away delivers a blend of slapstick comedy and heartwarming moments that will have viewers laughing till the very end. The film takes a light-hearted look at competition, community, and the craziness that can ensue in everyday life, all set against the backdrop of a fish and chip shop war.

Cast

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  Vince Colosimo

  Tony Stilano

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  Stephen Curry

  Trev Spackney

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  Rose Byrne

  Sonja Stilano

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  Nathan Phillips

  Dave

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  Matthew Dyktynski

  Burgies Manager

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  Tom Budge

  Tarquin

Reviews

Take Away has garnered mixed reviews from critics. While some found the film's comedic timing and performances entertaining, others felt the humor fell flat and the plot was too predictable. On Rotten Tomatoes, the consensus was that the film delivered laughs but lacked depth, earning it a rating of 3.5/5. Metacritic praised the chemistry between the cast members but criticized the overreliance on slapstick humor, giving it a score of 50/100. IMDb users rated Take Away 5.7/10, with many commenting on the light-hearted nature of the film and Vince Colosimo's charming performance. Despite the varying opinions, the consensus seemed to be that Take Away offers a fun and enjoyable watch for fans of Australian comedy.