The Combination (2009): Cast, Box Office & Plot
The Combination is a 2009 drama directed by David Field, starring Clare Bowen as Sydney, Firass Dirani and Vaughn White. It runs 1 hour 36 minutes and earned $552,981 worldwide.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 36m (96 min)
- Director
- David Field
- Genre
- Drama
- Original language
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English - Studio
- See Thru Films
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is The Combination About?
The premise of The Combination without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
Set in Sydney’s western suburbs, Lebanese‑Australian John is released from prison to find his younger brother Charlie caught up in drugs, prostitution and street crime. Charlie swings between school and the streets as daily clashes between Scott and his gang intensify, sparking a territorial and identity battle that turns the neighbourhood bloody.
The Combination Themes & Keywords
· 9 tags- ozploitation
- brother
- world
- suburb
- drug
- sydney australia
- race riot
- controversy
- australia
The Combination Cast & Characters
Clare Bowen leads the cast as Sydney, with Firass Dirani as Charlie and Vaughn White as Scott. Directed by David Field; 24 actors are credited in all.
- Director David Field
- Clare Bowen as Sydney
- Firass Dirani as Charlie
- Vaughn White as Scott
- George Basha as John Morkos
Also Starring in The Combination
· 20 more- Ali Haider Zeus
- Michael Denkha Ibo
- Daniel Webber Jason
- John Brumpton Mr. Roberts
- Rahel Romahn Mo
- Doris Younane Mary
- Greg Webb Frank
- Tyrone Lindqvist Lesley
- Tony Ryan Wesley
- Katrina Risteska Anna
- Mark Fitzpatrick Scott's Father
- Michael Farrah Mick
- Ruth McGowan Mrs. Roberts
- Josephine Nakhoul Nanna
- Guang Li Nipper
- Rashad Dehan Tom
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- Vano Rafik Yas
- David Borger Algebra Teacher
- Johnny Lahoud Issa
- Adam Grossetti Neighbour #1
The Combination Plot Summary
What happens in The Combination from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
In 2005, after serving time in jail, Lebanese Australian John Morkos [George Basha] returns home to a world that has moved on without him. He carves out a modest existence as a cleaner at a boxing gym run by an Aboriginal man, trying to steer clear of past trouble while navigating a city that still feels tense and fractured. It doesn’t take long before a life-changing moment pulls him into a relationship with Sydney [Clare Bowen], an Anglo Australian woman, whom he rescues from an assault. Their bond grows despite the barriers between their communities, illustrating a tentative bridge between cultures as they begin to picture a future together.
Full summary
The whole story of The Combination, scene by scene
The Combination Box Office
The Combination grossed $552,981 worldwide.
Worldwide gross
$553K
- International
- $553K
How Well Do You Know The Combination?
9 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
Question 1 of 9
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What is John Morkos's occupation when he returns home after prison?
The Combination Also Known As
Also known as “הקומבינציה”.
- Also known as
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- הקומבינציה
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The Combination FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime
Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office and post-credit scenes of The Combination, each answered in a sentence.
How long is The Combination?
The Combination runs 1 hour 36 minutes (96 minutes).
When was The Combination released?
The Combination was released on February 26, 2009.
Who directed The Combination?
The Combination was directed by David Field.
More films by David Field Who is in the cast of The Combination?
The Combination stars Clare Bowen as Sydney, Firass Dirani as Charlie and Vaughn White as Scott, among 24 credited actors.
How much did The Combination make at the box office?
The Combination grossed $552,981 worldwide.
Does The Combination have a post-credit scene?
No. The Combination has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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