(ABC)…The Combination, released last Thursday, has been receiving rave reviews for its gritty portrayal of life in Sydney’s west.
…David Stratton and Margaret Pomeranz of ABC TV’s At The Movies gave the film four-and-a-half and four stars out of five.
…On Saturday, Greater Union advised the distributor it was withdrawing the film from Sydney cinemas following an altercation among patrons in Parramatta.
…Director David Field rejects suggestions the film, which is set against the backdrop of the 2005 Cronulla race riots, advocates gang violence.
…”The film is anti-violence, anti-racism. This is a powerful film, that’s been critically acclaimed, that should be seen by every Australian.”said Field.
Hoyts, Palace and Reading Cinemas are still showing the film.
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