The Dish

Synopsis

The Dish is a delightful comedy-drama film that revolves around the true story of the pivotal role played by a remote Australian satellite dish in broadcasting the Apollo 11 moon landing in 1969. The small town of Parkes, Australia becomes the center of attention as the dish and its quirky team led by Cliff Buxton, played by Sam Neill, face challenges and unexpected events while striving to fulfill their critical mission. Mixing humor, camaraderie, and historical events, The Dish offers a heartwarming and uplifting story of ordinary people coming together to achieve an extraordinary feat in the midst of global history-making.

Cast

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  Sam Neill

  Cliff Buxton - Dish Master

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  Patrick Warburton

  Al Burnett - From NASA

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  Kevin Harrington

  Ross 'Mitch' Mitchell - Maneuvers

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  Tom Long

  Glenn Latham - Electronics

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  Eliza Szonert

  Janine Kellerman - The Girl

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  Roy Billing

  Mayor Robert 'Bob' McIntyre

Reviews

The Dish has received praise from critics and audiences alike for its charming storytelling, solid performances, and historical accuracy. Rotten Tomatoes rates the film at an impressive 96%, with critics applauding its heartwarming narrative and humor. IMDb users have given it a rating of 7.2/10, highlighting the engaging performances and feel-good factor of the movie. Metacritic scores The Dish at 74/100, indicating generally favorable reviews due to its unique premise and delightful execution. Critics mention the film's ability to mix humor with emotional depth and its strong ensemble cast led by the talented Sam Neill.