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Étranges compagnons de lit

Original title: Strange Bedfellows
  • 2004
  • R
  • 1h 40m
IMDb RATING
6.2/10
2.1K
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Paul Hogan and Michael Caton in Étranges compagnons de lit (2004)
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Two 'very straight' old timers have to learn how to pass as a loving gay couple after falsely claiming same-sex status to take advantage of newly legislated tax laws.Two 'very straight' old timers have to learn how to pass as a loving gay couple after falsely claiming same-sex status to take advantage of newly legislated tax laws.Two 'very straight' old timers have to learn how to pass as a loving gay couple after falsely claiming same-sex status to take advantage of newly legislated tax laws.

  • Director
    • Dean Murphy
  • Writers
    • Sally Plant
    • Dean Murphy
    • Stewart Faichney
  • Stars
    • Michael Caton
    • Paul Hogan
    • Andy Pappas
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  • IMDb RATING
    6.2/10
    2.1K
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    • Director
      • Dean Murphy
    • Writers
      • Sally Plant
      • Dean Murphy
      • Stewart Faichney
    • Stars
      • Michael Caton
      • Paul Hogan
      • Andy Pappas
    • 28User reviews
    • 3Critic reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 3 nominations total

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    Michael Caton
    Michael Caton
    • Ralph Williams
    Paul Hogan
    Paul Hogan
    • Vince Hopgood
    Andy Pappas
    • Post Van Driver
    Paula Duncan
    Paula Duncan
    • Yvonne Philpot
    Roy Billing
    Roy Billing
    • Fred Coulson
    Jamie Robertson
    • Carbo
    Kevin Dee
    Kevin Dee
    • Hughie
    Alan Cassell
    • Stan Rogers
    Stewart Faichney
    • Sergeant Jack Jenkins
    Simon Paton
    • Red
    Shane Withington
    Shane Withington
    • Father Xavier Delaney
    Monica Maughan
    Monica Maughan
    • Faith
    Jenny Dale
    • Local Lady
    Kestie Morassi
    Kestie Morassi
    • Carla
    Ashley Evans
    • Porn Site Boy
    Adam Pedicini
    • Porn Site Boy
    Glynn Nicholas
    • Eric
    Linda Adams
    • Mrs. Nankervis
    • Director
      • Dean Murphy
    • Writers
      • Sally Plant
      • Dean Murphy
      • Stewart Faichney
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    9Steve23J

    Quite simply Hysterical!

    I avoided seeing Strange Bedfellows at the cinema after reading a couple of less than favourable reviews, so it was with some trepidation that I hired the DVD, however it is wonderful! As a gay man I was terrified the film would fall into gay bashing and ridicule and whilst there are some strong stereotypes represented the overall charm and message of the film is delightful. Michael Caton is terrific as Ralph, a simple mechanic from small town Australian. Ralph is the type of bloke we all want as our uncle. Honest, dependable and while a bit conservative, a man with a heart of gold. Paul Hogan (forgive me all you Hogan haters) is wonderful! I can't believe I'm saying this but the man many of us have grown to hate gives a lovely performance as Vince, the local cinema owner. 'Hoges' surprisingly gives the film real heart and shows a vulnerability I haven't seen him show before in his other work. I won't go through the story points again, other than saying Strange Bedfellows is a hilarious, grossly underrated Aussie movie and one that I'm sure will find a very loyal audience from straight, gay, lesbian, transgender movie lovers who will see this film in the spirit the filmmakers obviously made it to be. Good luck to it!
    7australian_skeptics

    Wonderful double act keep it Gay!

    Set in the heart of country Australia, with a short journey to Sydney in the middle of the film, Strange Bedfellows tells the story of two close friends, Vince (Hogan) and Ralph (Caton) who cook up a plan to take advantage of a new law that gives tax breaks to Same Sex Couples. Trouble is, Vince and Ralph are as totally straight and must 'camp it up' it order to convince the government's tax inspector (Postlethwaite).

    The laughs come thick and fast as Vince and Ralph, do what it takes to learn how to appear gay. The reaction of the locals and the great scenes set in a Sydney gay disco are only some of what makes this movie a winner. However the jokes, even the outrageous ones, are never at the expense of the gay community.

    This is the funniest movie Paul Hogan has starred in since the original 'Crocodile' Dundee. He and Caton are a wonderful double act, supported beautifully by the rest of the cast, including a manic band leader in the final scenes, set against the back drop of some of Australia's most picturesque countryside. The ending works very well with all the loose ends, twists and all, being tied up.

    Paul Hogan was a TV star in Australia long before the world met 'Crocodile' Dundee. Michael Caton is also well known to Australian TV viewers with memorable parts on many shows, from soap operas to comedy.
    7bigguy31

    Another sweet-natured Australian Comedy

    Following in the footsteps of "The Castle" and "Crackerjack" comes another sweet-humored Australian comedy.

    Normally, the thought of having to put up with Paul Hogan for two hours would be enough keep most people away from a theatre, but Hogan and Caton as the affectionate 'squabbling old-couple' friendship is a highlight.

    The premise is not overly original, a small town theatre owner (Paul Hogan) convinces a mechanic friend (Michael Caton) to pretend they are a gay couple to claim tax advantages. What follows as they try to hide their scheme from the other townsfolk, while trying to learn how to be 'gay' for the tax inspector, are the highlights of the movie. Hilarity ensues when our heroes travel to Sydney for the (gay) mardi-gras to study gay culture.

    The climax is very predictable and somewhat unsatisfying, but overall the slapstick style is worth the cost of admission.
    9Loubear

    Go see this film and have a gay old time!

    This would have too be one of the best Aussie movies I have seen in a while. It has everything that works. The story keeps moving along very well, no dull moments, it doesn't try hard to get a cheap laugh and you can't go past the pairing of Caton and Hogan, two of the best. The best scenes in the movie are probably when Vince and Ralph(Hogan and Caton) are taught how to act gay and then hit the big city to learn a bit more than they expect! The soundtrack is also pretty good and a great aussie support cast is included in Paula Duncan, Allan Cassell,Roy Billing and Glynn Nicholas. English actor Pete Postlethwaite also plays the tax investigator sent to review their application and performs well. If you want to have a good laugh, see a quality movie then treat yourself to Strange Bedfellows, you won't be dissapointed!
    7lastliberal

    Before Chuck and Larry...

    Forget Chuck and Larry. When you have Ralph and Vince, you have it all. These two made for some of the funniest comedy I have seen out of Australia.

    Vince (Paul Hogan) has tax problems and the Australian government has just passed a law that allows same-sex couples a tax break - and it's retroactive. Scheming to save his arse, Vince convinces his best mate Ralph (Michael Caton) to pretend to be a same-sex couple to get the break.

    Laughs ensue as they try to hide their secret from the local town folk, and get ready for an audit to prove they are actually gay. They enlist the help of the only know gay in town, predictable the hairdresser, and find out a clever secret he has been hiding. He helps them, and they go to Sidney to immerse themselves in gay culture before the tax man cometh.

    While this is going on, Ralph's daughter is coming for a visit to introduce her partner. Everything comes together at the Fireman's Ball with Ralph and Vince, the whole town, the hairdresser, and a select few from Sydney, and, oh yes, Ralph's daughter and partner coming together.

    Great fun!

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    • Trivia
      The film that Paul Hogan's character screens is The Last of the Knucklemen (1979) which also features Michael Caton and Stewart Faichney.
    • Quotes

      Ralph Williams: Vince! We're fucked!

      Vince Hopgood: No. Look, I'll keep Faith away from Russell; you come up with an excuse for the dancing; the ball will be finished, and we're done.

      [Ralph and Vince's gay friends from Sydney arrive on motorcycles]

      Vince Hopgood: We're fucked.

    • Crazy credits
      Yvonne did finally catch up with the mailman... ...it was love at first sight... ...they marry on Valentine's Day
    • Connections
      Features The Last of the Knucklemen (1979)
    • Soundtracks
      Looking At You
      Composed by Cole Porter

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    • Release date
      • April 22, 2004 (Australia)
    • Country of origin
      • Australia
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Tout ou rien
    • Filming locations
      • Yackandandah, Victoria, Australia
    • Production company
      • Instinct Entertainment
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    • Gross worldwide
      • $3,481,387
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    • Runtime
      1 hour 40 minutes
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Dolby Digital
    • Aspect ratio
      • 2.35 : 1

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