Question 1

Which director taught a star of The Merger when he was a school teacher?

Accepted Answer

Director Mark Grentell used to be a school teacher and taught Francis Kamara (who stars in the film, his first) when he was at school.

Question 2

What is the tune of the Roosters' club song in The Merger?

Accepted Answer

The tune of the Roosters' club song is the same as the tune for the AFL club song for The Richmond Tigers.

Question 3

Which Australian town is the setting for Mark Grentell's second theatrical feature film?

Accepted Answer

The Merger is set in Wagga Wagga (known as 'Wagga' to locals) in New South Wales, Australia, as is Mark Grentell's first film 'Backyard Ashes' (2013).

Question 4

How many times has John Howard starred in an AFL-themed movie, and what was his breakthrough role?

Accepted Answer

The Merger is the third time John Howard has starred in an AFL-themed film. He started his career in the praised breakthrough role in The Club about an AFL/VFL player.

Question 5

What is the plot of The Merger?

Accepted Answer

A country football coach has a plan to rebuild the local football team by recruiting recently settled asylum seekers.

The Merger

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