Backyard Ashes
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Backyard Ashes

Dougie Waters loves nothing more than a weekend barbie and cricket match with his mates. But his paradise on earth is destroyed when his best mate and... neighbour Norm is forced to leave town and their new boss, a pompous English administrator called Edward Lords, moves in. The animosity between the two men peaks during one fateful backyard cricket match when Dougie hits a ball that accidentally stuns Edward's prize winning cat, Dexter. The cat falls into the roaring BBQ and is instantly incinerated, leaving only ashes. Dougie's son captures footage of the unfortunate event on camera and it is uploaded onto YouTube where the video instantly goes viral! The idea of a backyard cricketing challenge is hatched, with the winner keeping the ashes of Edward's deceased cat, Dexter. The two teams battle it out in the greatest game of backyard cricket ever for the Backyard Ashes. Show More

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Backyard Ashes (2013) is an entertaining comedy film that tells the story of Dougie Waters, a man who loves spending his weekends hosting barbecues and playing cricket with his friends. Unfortunately, his perfect life is turned upside down when his best friend, Norm, is forced to leave town and his new boss, a pretentious Englishman named Edward Lords, moves in next door.

The tension between Dougie and Edward escalates during a backyard cricket match when Dougie accidentally hits a ball that strikes Edward's prized cat, Dexter. The cat falls into the barbecue and is instantly burned to ashes. Dougie's son captures the incident on camera and uploads it on YouTube, where it quickly goes viral, leading to even more conflict between the two men.

As the YouTube video gains popularity, Dougie hatches a plan to save his reputation and seek revenge against Edward. He gathers his misfit friends, including a former cricket star and a wannabe rapper, to form a makeshift cricket team. They challenge Edward and his arrogant English friends to a high-stakes cricket match. The quirky team of underdogs must pull together to win the game and restore Dougie's dignity.

Backyard Ashes is a lighthearted comedy that combines humor, sportsmanship, and a touch of rivalry. It explores the themes of friendship, family, and the importance of standing up for oneself. With its relatable characters and hilarious moments, this film is sure to entertain audiences of all ages.