Take Away (2003)

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Tony Stilano and Trev Spackneys both own, live over and work in adjoining take-away fish shops in Melbourne. Although they have fallen into a habitual rivalry based on a cause long forgotten, the pair unite when the multinational fast-food outlet "Burgies" unveils a new store directly opposite the twin fish & chips shops.

Basic Introduction
"Take Away" is a 2003 Australian comedy movie directed by Marc Gracie and scripted by Dave O'Neil, Mark O'Toole and Serge De Nardo. The film revolves vastly around styles of local market struggles, friendship, rivalry, love and style of survival in the face of business hostility.

Plot
The story is centered around two fish and chips shops-- "Tug's" and "Toni's", located right opposite to each other in Melbourne. The owners, Tony Stilano (Vince Colosimo) and Trevor Spackney (Stephen Curry), are arch-enemies cohabiting in an environment of professional rivalry and petty fights.

The narrative takes a huge turn when a fast-food chain "Burgies", a worldwide conglomerate, decides to move in, positioning a considerable danger to Tony's and Trevor's independent jobs. They quickly feel the pressure as they recognize that their small businesses wouldn't stand a chance in front of a big, reputable international fast-food whirlwind.

Alliance against the Common Enemy
As an outcome, they choose to put aside their animosity and sign up with forces to save their livelihoods. It becomes a pursuit to protect the regional, traditional business versus the commercial giant. Throughout this time, the movie illustrates the obstacles dealt with by regional stores when huge corporations and franchises usurp their trade, accentuating the heart of contemporary capitalism.

Furthermore, this transition from enemies to allies is not just about a corporate clash; it also underlines the value of friendship, compassion, and united strength.

Humor as a Backbone
Right from goofy characters, slapstick scenes, to pun-filled dialogues, the movie's narrative is loaded with comedic circumstances. Skillfully, the film utilizes humor as a tool to lighten the underlying major themes, for that reason making a balance between the psychological quotient and home entertainment element. Oftentimes, the lines are blurred in between the deliberate and unintended funny by the primary characters, keeping the audience entertained.

Love Interests
The film likewise adds a dash of romance to this feud-turned-team-up story. Tony's love interest is Sonja Stilano (Rose Byrne), his cousin who's just recently returned from Italy. However, the establishing romance produces tension between the freshly-formed partnership, just as they try to remove their typical opponent.

The Culmination
In a final effort to save their cherished stores, Tony and Trevor, with their combined silly ingenuity and wit, come up with a plan to undermine "Burgies". Revealing that "Burgies" is using kangaroo meat in their burgers, they exploit this truth and handle to shut down the "Burgies" facility in their area.

Last Thoughts
"Take Away" is a light-hearted entertaining movie supplying laughter yet discreetly challenging the audience to think about commercialism's effect and the threat that regional organizations frequently face. The movie's journey through competition, relationship, love, and shared triumph makes it an enjoyable and intriguing watch. With its comedic twists and turns, "Take Away" absolutely deals with viewers to an Australian cinematic banquet.

Top Cast

  • Vince Colosimo (small)
    Vince Colosimo
    Tony Stilano
  • Stephen Curry (small)
    Stephen Curry
    Trev Spackney
  • Rose Byrne (small)
    Rose Byrne
    Sonja Stilano
  • Nathan Phillips (small)
    Nathan Phillips
    Dave
  • Matthew Dyktynski (small)
    Matthew Dyktynski
    Burgies Manager
  • Tom Budge (small)
    Tom Budge
    Tarquin
  • Brett Swain (small)
    Brett Swain
    Ken
  • Dave O'Neil (small)
    Dave O'Neil
    Mal the Butcher
  • Alethea McGrath (small)
    Alethea McGrath
    Mrs McLeod
  • Matthew Green
    Sean
  • Peter Rowsthorn
    Barry Burgie