Forgotten Silver (1997)

Name: Forgotten Silver
Genre: Comedy, TV Movie
Released: 1997
Duration: 53 min
Rating: 7.2
Cast: Jeffrey Thomas, Peter Jackson, Costa Botes, Beatrice Ashton, Leonard Maltin

53m New Zealand

Comedy TV Movie

Plot

Colin McKenzie, a largely overlooked figure in the history of global cinema, emerges from the shadows of New Zealand's rural past. Born in 1888, McKenzie’s remarkable journey unfolds as he navigates the early film industry, pioneering innovative techniques and storytelling methods. Through a blend of documentary and fictional elements, Forgotten Silver uncovers his significant contributions and the reasons behind his obscurity. This captivating exploration reveals not only McKenzie’s creative genius but also the challenges he faced, offering a poignant look at the often-unrecognized heroes of filmmaking.

Cast

Jeffrey Thomas Peter Jackson Costa Botes Beatrice Ashton Leonard Maltin Harvey Weinstein Sam Neill Johnny Morris John O'Shea Sarah McLeod Charlie McClellan Thomas Robins Richard Taylor Davina Whitehouse Peter Corrigan