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The Screen Guide

Ernie, a 14-year-old boy, lives with his father in a Coober Pedy dugout. One day Ernie's father strikes it rich, but before he can cash in, the opal is stolen. Ernie and his three teenaged friends try to recover the stolen gemstones. Based on the novel by Colin Thiele.

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Crew

Director
Gary Conway
Writers
Graeme Koetsveld
Producer
Pamela Yanneck
Executive Producers
Jock Blair
Dir. of Photography
Ross Berryman
Editor
Phil Reid

Cast

Paul Smith - Alan Cassell - Linda Hartley - Theo Persinidis

Production Details

Production Completion
1983
Genre
Action adventure
Production Company
South Australian Film Corporation

Sales

International Sales
Daro Film Distribution GmbH

Selected Awards & Festivals

  • Centre Georges Pompidou, Australian - Pompidou Event
    (1985)