Fluteman
Synopsis
When the small town of Minyaka suffers from a drought, a kind and mysterious stranger offers to make it rain by playing his flute; under the condition that he be paid. But after Fluteman makes it rain, and even stops it; the town council, blind by their greed and pride, refuse to pay him. Fluteman stands before the town and warns them of a curse he would bring; and so the next day the school playground fades into silence as all the children disappear into the bush... except one.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Peter Maxwell
- Screenplay & Story
- Charles Stamp
- Original Title
- Fluteman
- Country of Origin
- Australia
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 24m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Peter Maxwell
Charles Stamp
Department Leadership Roster
Charles Stamp
Writer
Peter Maxwell
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About Fluteman
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Fluteman about?
When the small town of Minyaka suffers from a drought, a kind and mysterious stranger offers to make it rain by playing his flute; under the condition that he be paid. But after Fluteman makes it rain, and even stops it; the town council, blind by their greed and pride, refuse to pay him. Fluteman stands before the town and warns them of a curse he would bring; and so the next day the school playground fades into silence as all the children disappear into the bush... except one.
Who directed Fluteman?
Fluteman was directed by Peter Maxwell.
Who stars in Fluteman?
The principal cast of Fluteman includes John Jarratt, Debra Lawrance, John Ewart, Michael Caton, Sarah Lambert.
When was Fluteman released and how long is it?
Fluteman was released in 1982 with a total runtime of 1h 24m.