The Chant of Jimmie Blacksmith (1978)

Name: The Chant of Jimmie Blacksmith
Genre: Crime, Drama, History
Released: 1978
Duration: 113 min
Rating: 6.7
Cast: Tom E. Lewis, Freddy Reynolds, Ray Barrett, Jack Thompson, Don Crosby

1h 53m Australia

Crime Drama History

Plot

Jimmie Blacksmith, a man of mixed Aboriginal heritage, struggles to fit into a society that relentlessly marginalizes him. As the weight of cultural expectations and discrimination mounts, Jimmie's frustration reaches a boiling point. His desperate quest for acceptance leads to a chilling eruption of violence, reflecting the tragic consequences of alienation and identity conflict. Based on actual events, the narrative delves into the complexities of race relations in Australia, showcasing the harrowing journey of a man pushed beyond his limits by a society that refuses to embrace him.

Cast

Tom E. Lewis Freddy Reynolds Ray Barrett Jack Thompson Don Crosby Angela Punch McGregor Steve Dodd Peter Carroll Ruth Cracknell Elizabeth Alexander Peter Sumner Tim Robertson Ray Meagher Brian Anderson Jane Harders