Dalkeith
"Old age is a bitch!"
Originally released in 2001. Dalkeith is a comedy/drama film. directed by Leigh Sheehan.
Starring Ray Barrett, Esme Melville, and Gus Mercurio
Synopsis
Tells the true story of the residents at Dalkeith Residential Home who sit around every day just waiting to die until staff buy them a greyhound. Naming the dog Dalkeith after the home, they discover she is a phenomenal runner and she is soon entered into the greyhound races. Soon residents are betting on the outcome of the races, and they are given a new reason to live. But the board of trustees learn what is going on, through the disgruntled daughter of one of the residents, and heavily handedly put an end to the fun and games. After the board's intervention the residents sink into a new form of despair as life becomes even duller and more boring than before. That is until the aloof pensioner, played by Ray Barrett, reveals he was once a high profile barrister and challenges the decision in court.
Quick Facts
Release Date
May 22, 2001
24 years ago
Runtime
1h 33m
93 minutes total
User Rating
7.5/10
Great (1 votes)
Budget
$900K
Production budget
Language
English
Original language
Country
Australia
Production
Director
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $900,000
Production Companies
- Transfilm Corporation
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dalkeith about?
Tells the true story of the residents at Dalkeith Residential Home who sit around every day just waiting to die until staff buy them a greyhound. Naming the dog Dalkeith after the home, they discov...
Who directed Dalkeith?
Dalkeith was directed by Leigh Sheehan.
How long is Dalkeith?
Dalkeith has a runtime of 1 hours and 33 minutes (93 minutes total).
When was Dalkeith released?
Dalkeith was released on May 22, 2001 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Dalkeith?
The main cast of Dalkeith includes Ray Barrett, Esme Melville, Gus Mercurio, Alan Hopgood, Judy Banks.