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🎬 Title: Ablaze

Story: This captivating documentary showcases opera singer Tiriki Onus as he uncovers a 70-year-old silent film that is believed to have been created by his grandfather, Bill Onus, a notable Aboriginal leader and filmmaker. As Tiriki journeys across Australia, he pieces together the film’s history while delving into Bill’s advocacy for Aboriginal rights and the personal sacrifices he made for his activism.

⭐ Rating: 7.5 (2 votes)

📅 Release date: May 26, 2022

⏱️ Runtime: 1 hour 30 minutes

🎭 Genres: Documentary

🎬 Director: Alec Morgan, Tiriki Onus

✍️ Writers: Tiriki Onus, Alec Morgan

🌍 Country: Australia

🏢 Production Companies: JOTZ Productions, Screen Australia

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👥 Cast: Bill Onus (Self), Tiriki Onus (Self), Jack Charles (Self), John Hughes (Self), Alan Hardy (Self), Wayne Blair (Voice), Lee Perry (Voice)

Editor’s note: Here’s a brief overview of Ablaze (2022): This film embraces its documentary genre without feeling cliché. Under the skillful direction of Alec Morgan, it maintains a consistent pace and a strong sense of place. The performances—particularly from Bill and Tiriki Onus, as well as Jack Charles—infuse the narrative with human depth. With a runtime of 1 hour 30 minutes, the film effectively conveys its message. While it has some imperfections, the strengths shine through, making it worth adding to your watchlist if the premise resonates with you.

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