Black Magic
“Black Magic is more than a film about sport.”
Synopsis
Although about top Aboriginal sportsmen, BLACK MAGIC is more than a film about sport. It is an account of the creative use of sport made by the Noongar people of Western Australia's south-west to advance their people's standing. Denied access to other areas of social life like most Aboriginal communities at the time, the Noongars, from as early as 1920, channelled the natural talent of their young people into the arena of competitive sport, notably running, boxing and football. Competitive sport, as filmmaker Paul Roberts notes, is 'an open gate, a universal rite of passage, an opportunity to achieve recognition and acceptance.'
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →Merlene Mead
Presenter
Stephen Michael
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Charles Kickett
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Glen Colbung
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Eric Hayward
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Angus Wallam
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Aden Eades
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Eugene Eades
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Hec Strempel
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Ted Kilmurray
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Graham 'Polly' Farmer
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Olivia Roberts
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Bimbo Kelly
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Izacc Penny
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Peter Farmer
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Les Eades
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Clarrie Kickett
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Syd Jackson
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Paul Roberts, Frank Rijavec
- Original Title
- Black Magic
- Country of Origin
- Australia
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 55m
- Production Studios
- Ronin Films, Southern Aboriginal Council, The Western Australian Film Council
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Paul Roberts, Frank Rijavec
Andrew Ogilvie
Paul Roberts
Department Leadership Roster
Paul Roberts
Director
Andrew Ogilvie
Editor
Paul Roberts
Producer
Frank Rijavec
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Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Black Magic.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Black Magic
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What is Black Magic about?
Although about top Aboriginal sportsmen, BLACK MAGIC is more than a film about sport. It is an account of the creative use of sport made by the Noongar people of Western Australia's south-west to advance their people's standing. Denied access to other areas of social life like most Aboriginal communities at the time, the Noongars, from as early as 1920, channelled the natural talent of their young people into the arena of competitive sport, notably running, boxing and football. Competitive sport, as filmmaker Paul Roberts notes, is 'an open gate, a universal rite of passage, an opportunity to achieve recognition and acceptance.'
Who directed Black Magic?
Black Magic was directed by Paul Roberts, Frank Rijavec.
Who stars in Black Magic?
The principal cast of Black Magic includes Merlene Mead, Stephen Michael, Charles Kickett, Glen Colbung, Eric Hayward.
When was Black Magic released and how long is it?
Black Magic was released in 1988 with a total runtime of 55m.