The Young Magician
Cudowne dziecko
“Peter has magical powers. Now all he has to do is learn how to make them work!”
Synopsis
A 12-year boy feels left out by his classmates because he has no interest in athletics. He finally discovers his calling when his parents take him to a magic show. Picked by the magician to be his helper during a trick he is drawn into the world of magic and wants to learn more. He becomes proficient in tricks and also discovers his telekinetic powers. Unfortunately that further alienates him from his peers and his parents are afraid of his powers. Things change when a national emergency arises and the government asks him to help. After success he becomes a hero and is accepted by all. Written by Polish Cinema Database.
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The Young Magician (Tales for All #4 / 1987) Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2020-06-19
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →Rusty Jedwab
Piotr Meller
Edward Garson
Aleksander
Daria Trafankowska
Piotr's Mother
Mariusz Benoit
Piotr's Father
Władysław Kowalski
Police Chief
Natasza Maraszek
Małgosia
Tomasz Klimasiewicz
Michał
Jan Machulski
Colonel
Maria Robaszkiewicz
Jacek's Mother
Maciej Szary
Jacek's Father
Danuta Kowalska
Małgosia's Mother
Grażyna Szapołowska
Michał's Mother
Andrzej Szczepkowski
Headmaster
Andrzej Blumenfeld
Piotr's Teacher
Wojciech Asiński
Bus Driver (uncredited)
Ewa Biała
Nurse (uncredited)
Zbigniew Bielski
Barkeeper (uncredited)
Jan Hencz
Professor (uncredited)
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Waldemar Dziki
- Screenplay & Story
- Waldemar Dziki
- Original Score
- Krzesimir Dębski, Howard Forman
- Original Title
- Cudowne dziecko
- Country of Origin
- Poland, Canada
- Spoken Languages
- English, French, Polish
- Runtime
- 1h 35m
- Production Studios
- Studio Filmowe Tor, Les Productions La Fête
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Waldemar Dziki
Waldemar Dziki
Krzesimir Dębski, Howard Forman
Wit Dąbal
André Corriveau
Rock Demers
Department Leadership Roster
Waldemar Dziki
Screenplay
Wit Dąbal
Director of Photography
Jerzy Sajko
Production Design
Andrzej Przedworski
Production Design
Andrzej Haliński
Production Design
Violette Daneau
Production Design
Magdalena Biedrzycka
Costume Design
André Corriveau
Editor
Magdalena Łęcka
Costume Design
Beata Matuszczak
Costume Design
Waldemar Dziki
Director
Rock Demers
Producer
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What is The Young Magician about?
A 12-year boy feels left out by his classmates because he has no interest in athletics. He finally discovers his calling when his parents take him to a magic show. Picked by the magician to be his helper during a trick he is drawn into the world of magic and wants to learn more. He becomes proficient in tricks and also discovers his telekinetic powers. Unfortunately that further alienates him from his peers and his parents are afraid of his powers. Things change when a national emergency arises and the government asks him to help. After success he becomes a hero and is accepted by all. Written by Polish Cinema Database.
Who directed The Young Magician?
The Young Magician was directed by Waldemar Dziki.
Who stars in The Young Magician?
The principal cast of The Young Magician includes Rusty Jedwab, Edward Garson, Daria Trafankowska, Mariusz Benoit, Władysław Kowalski.
When was The Young Magician released and how long is it?
The Young Magician was released in 1987 with a total runtime of 1h 35m.
Who composed the musical score for The Young Magician?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Young Magician was composed by Krzesimir Dębski, Howard Forman.