The F.J. Holden

I recently watched the Australian grindhouse film The FJ Holden (1977) on Tubi. The story centers around Kevin and Bob, two buddies who travel the countryside indulging in partying, drinking, and drugs. They encounter Anne who sparks a chain of events after Kevin tries to have sex either her in front of Bob.

Directed by Michael Thornhill (The Journalist), the film stars Paul Couzens, Eva Dickinson (Glenview High), Carl Stever, and Sigrid Thornton (The Man from Snowy River).

In many ways, The FJ Holden feels like an Australian version of "Porky's." The banter between the main characters is fun, featuring solid zings and one-liners. However, Kevin's character can be frustrating at times, with his mood swings feeling inconsistently authentic. Eva Dickinson delivers a captivating performance, and the film includes splashes of nudity. The storyline is entertaining and unfolds in a fun manner, leading to a satisfying conclusion.

Overall, The FJ Holden isn't a masterpiece, but it's engaging enough to hold your attention. I would give it a 5.5/10 and recommend watching it once.