Ablaze
Synopsis
A feature documentary about opera singer Tiriki Onus who finds a 70-year-old silent film believed to be made by his grandfather, Aboriginal leader and filmmaker Bill Onus. As Tiriki travels across the continent and pieces together clues to the film’s origins, he discovers more about Bill, his fight for Aboriginal rights and the price he paid for speaking out.
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Ablaze - Behind the ScenesOfficial
Type: Behind the Scenes • Published 2022-05-19
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Release History & Theatrical Window
World Premiere at the 69th Melbourne International Film Festival, online
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Tiriki Onus, Alec Morgan
- Screenplay & Story
- Tom Murray, Alec Morgan, Tiriki Onus
- Original Score
- Jen Anderson
- Original Title
- Ablaze
- Country of Origin
- Australia
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Production Studios
- JOTZ Productions, Screen Australia
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Tiriki Onus, Alec Morgan
Tom Murray, Alec Morgan, Tiriki Onus
Jen Anderson
Rick Kickbush, Kathryn Milliss
Tony Stevens
Sue Maslin, Jeff Harrison, Ari Harrison, Tom Zubrycki
Department Leadership Roster
Jen Anderson
Original Music Composer
Rick Kickbush
Director of Photography
Tony Stevens
Editor
Kathryn Milliss
Director of Photography
Alec Morgan
Writer
Tom Zubrycki
Producer
Tiriki Onus
Writer
Tiriki Onus
Director
Alec Morgan
Director
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
Parental Guidance — Recommended for mature viewers.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Ablaze
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Ablaze about?
A feature documentary about opera singer Tiriki Onus who finds a 70-year-old silent film believed to be made by his grandfather, Aboriginal leader and filmmaker Bill Onus. As Tiriki travels across the continent and pieces together clues to the film’s origins, he discovers more about Bill, his fight for Aboriginal rights and the price he paid for speaking out.
Who directed Ablaze?
Ablaze was directed by Tiriki Onus, Alec Morgan.
Who stars in Ablaze?
The principal cast of Ablaze includes Bill Onus, Tiriki Onus, Jack Charles, John Hughes, Alan Hardy.
When was Ablaze released and how long is it?
Ablaze was released in 2022 with a total runtime of 1h 30m.
Who composed the musical score for Ablaze?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Ablaze was composed by Jen Anderson.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Ablaze?
Ablaze holds official age classifications: AU: PG (Parental Guidance — Recommended for mature viewers.).