The Fire in the Stone
Synopsis
Teenager Ernie lives with his alcoholic father in the harsh and lawless opal fields of Coober Pedy in outback South Australia. When his cache of precious opals is stolen, Ernie and his best friend are determined to find the thief.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Gary Conway
- Screenplay & Story
- Graeme Koetsveld
- Original Title
- The Fire in the Stone
- Country of Origin
- Australia
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 34m
- Production Studios
- South Australian Film Corporation
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Gary Conway
Graeme Koetsveld, Colin Thiele
Department Leadership Roster
Graeme Koetsveld
Screenplay
Gary Conway
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Fire in the Stone
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What is The Fire in the Stone about?
Teenager Ernie lives with his alcoholic father in the harsh and lawless opal fields of Coober Pedy in outback South Australia. When his cache of precious opals is stolen, Ernie and his best friend are determined to find the thief.
Who directed The Fire in the Stone?
The Fire in the Stone was directed by Gary Conway.
Who stars in The Fire in the Stone?
The principal cast of The Fire in the Stone includes Alan Cassell, Paul Smith, Linda Hartley, Ray Meagher, Leo Taylor.
When was The Fire in the Stone released and how long is it?
The Fire in the Stone was released in 1984 with a total runtime of 1h 34m.
Is The Fire in the Stone based on a book or true story?
The Fire in the Stone is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Colin Thiele".