The BBQ 2018
“Grill it and they will come.”
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 91 minutes
- Director
- Stephen Amis
- Networks
- Revolution Partners, Screen Australia, The Acme Film Company
- Where to Stream
- Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads
What is The BBQ?
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- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2018
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 91 minutes
- Release date
- Jan 25, 2018
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- Australia
- Studios
- Revolution Partners, Screen Australia, The Acme Film Company
- Genres
- Comedy
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 5.0/10 from 3 votes
- Episode runtime
- ~91 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Networks
- Revolution Partners, Screen Australia, The Acme Film Company
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Title: The BBQ.
Year: 2018.
Genre: Comedy.
Country/Origin: Australian.
Director/Writer: Stephen Amis.
Cast: Shane Jacobson, Magda Szubanski, Julia Zemiro, Nicholas Hammond, Manu Feildel.
Filming location: Albury, New South Wales.
Runtime: 1h 31m.
Release date: 01/25/2018 (AU).
Plot: Dazza's passion is barbecuing. He accidentally gives neighbors food poisoning. To make amends, he receives tutelage from a Scottish chef. They enter an international barbecue competition.
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Should you watch it?
“An aspiring pitmaster attempts to redeem his reputation by competing in an international barbecue contest.”
- Features a comedic performance by Shane Jacobson as the barbecue-obsessed Dazza.
- Showcases a lighthearted narrative centered on culinary mentorship and redemption.
- Provides a look at Australian regional filmmaking filmed on location in Albury.
- The premise relies on a slapstick setup involving accidental food poisoning that may not appeal to all viewers.
Watch it if you enjoy lighthearted Australian comedies about food, competition, and personal growth.
The film maintains a comedic tone with a brisk 91-minute runtime, making it suitable for a casual viewing experience.
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Where can I stream The BBQ?
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Is this film worth watching?
It is worth watching if you are a fan of Australian comedy and lighthearted stories about culinary underdogs.
How long is the movie?
The film has a total runtime of one hour and thirty-one minutes.
Who directed this film?
The BBQ was written and directed by Stephen Amis.
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