The Young Magician (1987)
Directed by Waldemar Dziki
Genres - Drama, Fantasy, Children's/Family |
Sub-Genres - Children's Fantasy |
Run Time - 120 min. |
Countries - Canada, Poland |
MPAA Rating - NR
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Synopsis by Mark Deming
A 12-year-old misfit discovers he has a remarkable talent in this comic fantasy for the whole family. Peter (Rusty Jedwab) is a young boy who doesn't fit in at school, isn't very good at sports, and doesn't have many friends. One day, Peter's folks take him to see a magician perform, and the magician brings Peter up from the audience to help with a few tricks. Peter discovers he not only has a natural talent for magic, but also possesses powers of telekinesis, and he suddenly realizes he's found his calling in life. But if Peter was hoping that his magic skills would help him fit in better with those around him, he finds he's mistaken -- his schoolmates are not impressed and his parents are a bit frightened of their son's strange gifts. However, Peter finally gets his day in the sun when his talents allow him to help the government in a time of national crisis. Cudowne Dziecko also features Natasza Maraszek and Edward Garson.
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Keywords
boy, courage, disaster, magic, supernatural-powers