---
title: "Dirty Deeds"
year: 2002
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/dirty-deeds-2002"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 22242
imdb_id: null
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 98
community_rating: 5.5
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Dirty Deeds (2002) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/dirty-deeds-2002

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Dirty Deeds is a film first released in 2002. Catalogued under Crime, Comedy, Drama, Thriller. Produced and broadcast by Australian Film Finance Corporation, Haystack Productions, New Town Films Pty. Ltd.. Current status: Released.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "An Australian gangster faces pressure from American mobsters over his booming Sydney business."

### Why Watch
- features a unique 1960s Sydney setting
- explores conflicts between local and international mobsters

### Caveats & Content Note
- contains content restricted to mature audiences
- limited details are provided regarding the full plot
- Tone & Suitability: The film carries an MA 15+ rating.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: crime, comedy, drama, thriller

## Streaming Availability Matrix

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## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: David Caesar
- **Networks / Studios**: Australian Film Finance Corporation, Haystack Productions, New Town Films Pty. Ltd.

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Bryan Brown** as *Barry Ryan*
- **Toni Collette** as *Sharon*
- **John Goodman** as *Tony*
- **Sam Neill** as *Ray*
- **Sam Worthington** as *Darcy*
- **Kestie Morassi** as *Margaret*
- **William McInnes** as *Hollywood*
- **Andrew S. Gilbert** as *Norm*
- **Gary Waddell** as *Freddie*
- **Felix Williamson** as *Sal Cassela*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: When is the film set?
The film is set in 1960s Sydney.

### Q: What is the main character's profession?
The main character is an Australian gangster with a booming business.

### Q: What event boosts the gangster's business?
The business is buoyed by the influx of U.S. soldiers in town for R and R during their tours in Vietnam.

### Q: Who takes an interest in the booming business?
The business first attracts the attention of the Chicago mafia and then their East Coast competitors.

### Q: What genres are associated with the film?
The film is categorized under crime, comedy, drama, and thriller.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Dirty Deeds — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/22242)

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*Generated by Archytele Open Intelligence Systems. Data verified against TMDB and JustWatch APIs.*