Brotherhood

Brotherhood

Year: 2006

Runtime: 16 mins

Language: English

Director: Laura Mora

Drama

Set in Melbourne's Housing States social housing complex, the film follows two Middle‑Eastern brothers living with their mother. Older brother Ali battles heroin addiction, while younger Syed seeks a different future, finding refuge in urban poetry that offers an escape from his brother's world and the pressures of their environment.

Warning: spoilers below!

Haven’t seen Brotherhood yet? This summary contains major spoilers. Bookmark the page, watch the movie, and come back for the full breakdown. If you're ready, scroll on and relive the story!

Timeline & Setting – Brotherhood (2006)

Explore the full timeline and setting of Brotherhood (2006). Follow every major event in chronological order and see how the environment shapes the story, characters, and dramatic tension.

Time period

Ten years after Adulthood

The events take place roughly a decade after the background of Adulthood, in a contemporary setting. Sam has settled into family life while still being drawn back into violence to protect those he cares about. The narrative blends domestic routines with the menace of organized crime, illustrating how time has changed the characters yet left the danger intact.

Location

Sam's Home, Royston's Hospital, Daley's Mansion, Janette's Flat, Curtis's Estate, The Gym, Police Station

The story unfolds across a gritty urban landscape where family life collides with a dangerous criminal underworld. Key locations include Sam and Kayla's home, Royston’s hospital bed as he recovers, a sprawling mansion used by Daley and his crew, and various flats, gyms, and estates involved in the conspiracies. The city’s spaces shift from intimate domestic scenes to high-stakes crime hubs, underscoring the tension between personal safety and violent revenge.

🏠 Domestic settings 🕳️ Underworld 🏥 Hospital drama 🏛️ Power and estates

Last Updated: October 04, 2025 at 12:24

Main Characters – Brotherhood (2006)

Meet the key characters of Brotherhood (2006), with detailed profiles, motivations, and roles in the plot. Understand their emotional journeys and what they reveal about the film’s deeper themes.

Sam Peel

A former criminal who has settled into family life, yet remains haunted by his past. He is resourceful and protective of his loved ones, but his lines between safety and vengeance blur as new threats emerge. Sam’s choices drive the plot, revealing a complex mix of loyalty, guilt, and a readiness to fight when his family is endangered.

⚔️ Protagonist 🧭 Mixed motives

Daley

A ruthless criminal boss who manipulates others to expand his influence and control. He commands loyalty through threats and sees Sam as a dangerous obstacle. His plans unravel as rival factions close in, exposing his reliance on fear rather than true power.

🗡️ Antagonist 🏛️ Crime lord

Curtis

Trife's vengeful uncle who seeks to leverage the feud into a broader power grab. He collaborates with others to threaten Sam and his circle, but his ambitions collide with the realities of a dangerous underworld. Curtis’s arc culminates in a dramatic confrontation that underscores the costs of revenge.

🎭 Antagonist 🧱 Power hungry

Mooks

The enigmatic real boss behind the operation, whose influence governs the broader criminal enterprise. He operates from the shadows, presenting a persistent threat that forces Sam to confront the deeper reach of the criminal network. His exposure marks a turning point in the struggle for control.

🕳️ Hidden boss 🧩 Mastermind

Janette

A seductive figure who becomes part of Sam’s perilous entanglements, illustrating how deception and manipulation function as tools within the criminal world. Her actions contribute to the complexities of trust and danger surrounding Sam.

🃏 Deception 🗣️ Manipulation

Buds

Sam’s old friend and a detective who tries to help within the bounds of the law. He embodies the tension between friendship and professional duty, offering cautious support as Sam navigates a web of violence and legal boundaries.

🕵️ Detective 🤝 Friendship

Last Updated: October 04, 2025 at 12:24

Major Themes – Brotherhood (2006)

Explore the central themes of Brotherhood (2006), from psychological, social, and emotional dimensions to philosophical messages. Understand what the film is really saying beneath the surface.

⚖️ Revenge

Revenge drives much of the plot as Sam confronts those who harmed his circle and seeks to dismantle the criminal network. The pursuit blurs the line between justice and vigilantism, forcing characters to reckon with the consequences of their actions. The envelope, confrontations at the mansion, and the final takedown reveal how far vengeance can push people and how it can entangle family and friends.

👪 Family

Family is the emotional core that motivates Sam and anchors his decisions, even as violence invades ordinary life. Kayla's trust and Royston’s future plans test loyalty and reveal how protective instincts clash with personal secrets. The story repeatedly shows that protecting loved ones can demand brutal choices and create new tensions within the home.

🕵️ Criminal Network

The film exposes a layered criminal network led by Daley and ultimately revealed as Mooks, with Curtis and his cohort vying for control. Power plays, betrayals, and orchestrated assaults illustrate how organized crime operates through fear and leverage. Law enforcement, represented by Buds and the pursuit of warrants, provides a fragile counterbalance to the criminal machinery.

🌅 Redemption

Redemption is pursued in fragments as Sam attempts to leave the violence behind and share the proceeds with those who helped him. The film suggests that redemption is possible but hard-won, especially when old enemies reappear and violence pulls the protagonist back in. The ending hints at a fragile, uncertain path toward a safer future for Sam and his family.

Last Updated: October 04, 2025 at 12:24

Mobile App Preview

Coming soon on iOS and Android

The Plot Explained Mobile App

From blockbusters to hidden gems — dive into movie stories anytime, anywhere. Save your favorites, discover plots faster, and never miss a twist again.

Sign up to be the first to know when we launch. Your email stays private — always.

Unlock the Full Story of Brotherhood

Don't stop at just watching — explore Brotherhood in full detail. From the complete plot summary and scene-by-scene timeline to character breakdowns, thematic analysis, and a deep dive into the ending — every page helps you truly understand what Brotherhood is all about. Plus, discover what's next after the movie.

Brotherhood Summary

Read a complete plot summary of Brotherhood, including all key story points, character arcs, and turning points. This in-depth recap is ideal for understanding the narrative structure or reviewing what happened in the movie.

Brotherhood Summary

Brotherhood Timeline

Track the full timeline of Brotherhood with every major event arranged chronologically. Perfect for decoding non-linear storytelling, flashbacks, or parallel narratives with a clear scene-by-scene breakdown.

Brotherhood Timeline

Brotherhood Spoiler-Free Summary

Get a quick, spoiler-free overview of Brotherhood that covers the main plot points and key details without revealing any major twists or spoilers. Perfect for those who want to know what to expect before diving in.

Brotherhood Spoiler-Free Summary

More About Brotherhood

Visit What's After the Movie to explore more about Brotherhood: box office results, cast and crew info, production details, post-credit scenes, and external links — all in one place for movie fans and researchers.

More About Brotherhood