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I enjoyed the jokes, loved the deaf Ballarat woman the most, heard before but damn funny. It could have done without the last awful song choice that was completely at odds with the rest of the show. Also, we didn't need to see Shane's dad looking so sad and forlorn at the end and making his way home without anyone noticing, when it was all apparently put on for him. Then cut to everyone telling more jokes. Did I miss something or what. Make another one and finish with a bang and not a whimper please

A heartwarming tribute from Shane Jacobsen to his dad. A stellar cast with great humour and awesome music. Distinctly Australian. I feel so sorry for joyless cynics who stoop to give it such scathing reviews.

I sat down to watch this with my daughter thinking it would be funny, but she left after 2 minutes. It was boring, one forced joke after another with people who forgot what they were saying and looked uncomfortable. I felt uncomfortable for them (especially the female actress (not comedian) made to tell a joke about a penguin eating an ice cream. Really odd. There's no plot line other than telling one joke after another and most aren't funny despite the intent.

This doesn't pretend to be anything other than a couple of comedians, telling a few jokes by the campfire. I quite liked it, a good laugh, best watched after a few drinks.

Just saw the rating in the newspaper this morning and thought it way off the mark of what the movie actually is, I was compelled to write what I found the movie to be. It's basically a movie of jokes and music it's very well done with a few of Australia's outstanding joke tellers and well know music identities. It's very Australian and might not work for you if not familiar with aussie. I was very entertained and will be watching it again.

This movie is a product placement bonanza. At most it was a feature length advertisement; nothing else.

This movie had no content, no purpose and moreover no script at all. There were only some people telling few old jokes which led to nowhere. These jokes are not original and in some cases it was not even funny. If they spend any money for any writer then it was a complete waste. People just highlighted themselves through jokes, forced laugh or music throughout the film. Some products were also shamelessly advertised, they didn't even try to be discreet about it.

It will be a total waste of time, time will be better utilized if one just browse the internet for read some jokes.

NOT RECOMMENDED.

Enjoyable laughs and good music. The dad jokes with the 2 guys near the hay bales are classic. I grew up with most of these comedians and you can't help but laugh. If you don't you're taking life too seriously and you're not Australian and are under 55 years of age

I was so glad I made the effort to see this film despite the awkward screening times over only four days at the cinemas. I found myself laughing out loud in the cinema at some of the jokes, as well as blown away by the superb musical performances captured live on stage. It's not a conventional movie, which is probably why some critics have been harsh, but if you want a dose of great entertainment then give this a try. Includes the best penguin joke ever.

It's a film about people telling jokes and having a beer. Great light entertainment for a Sunday afternoon.

I've read a few reviews panning this movie and I am unable to agree with them. I found the movie very entertaining. The jokes were funny (and obviously the rest of the audience also thought so judging by the laughter) and the music was great. Sure it's not a deep movie and sure it doesn't have a hidden message. But it's just great entertainment. I'm looking forward to being able to purchase the DVD when it's released in May to enjoy the movie again.

This movie had me in hysterics! Had all the indredients of a typical back yard Aussie p*ss up. Mates. Family. Humour. Beer. Good music. Some of the jokes I've even heard from my dad, or my grandfather growing up. I'm so glad this movie was made. Massive thanks!

Just the best idea for an Aussie party, booze, live music and jokes.... I cried all through this film with laughter and will be buying this when it comes out in disc. Highly recommend...

A real who's who of Aussie comedy presenting some great laughs