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The Young Magician (1987)

Original title: Cudowne dziecko

1987-08-01 · 1h 37m · PL
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Peter has magical powers. Now all he has to do is learn how to make them work!

A 12-year boy feels left out by his classmates because he has no interest in athletics. He finally discovers his calling when his parents take him to a magic show. Picked by the magician to be his helper during a trick he is drawn into the world of magic and wants to learn more. He becomes proficient in tricks and also discovers his telekinetic powers. Unfortunately that further alienates him from his peers and his parents are afraid of his powers. Things change when a national emergency arises and the government asks him to help. After success he becomes a hero and is accepted by all. Written by Polish Cinema Database.

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Waldemar DzikiDirector

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Rusty JedwabRusty JedwabPeterNatasza MaraszekNatasza MaraszekMargaretEdward GarsonEdward GarsonAlexanderDanuta KowalskaDanuta KowalskaMargaret's MotherJan MachulskiJan MachulskiColonelDaria TrafankowskaDaria TrafankowskaPeter's MotherGrażyna SzapołowskaGrażyna SzapołowskaMichał's MotherAndrzej BlumenfeldAndrzej BlumenfeldPiotr's TeacherPiotr KrukowskiPiotr KrukowskiDoctor (uncredited)

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Genre affinityComedy · Fantasy · FamilyDialogue densityComedyEmotional intensityFamilyDirector preference996308Actor preference442185 · 446271 · 997177Country preferencePl

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What is The Young Magician about?

A 12-year boy feels left out by his classmates because he has no interest in athletics. He finally discovers his calling when his parents take him to a magic show. Picked by the magician to be his helper during a trick he is drawn into the world of magic and wants to learn more. He becomes proficient in tricks and also discovers his telekinetic powers. Unfortunately that further alienates him from his peers and his parents are afraid of his powers. Things change when a national emergency arises and the government asks him to help. After success he becomes a hero and is accepted by all. Written by Polish Cinema Database.

How long is The Young Magician?

The Young Magician has a runtime of 97 minutes.

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