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The Spag

July 27, 1962 0h 35m

Originally released in 1962. The Spag is a feature film. directed by Giorgio Mangiamele. At just 35 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Synopsis

Director Giorgio Mangiamele produced the first examples of multicultural cinema in this country. 'The Spag' was shot in the streets of Carlton and tells the story of a newspaper boy working to support his widowed mother; along the way his life is fraught with racism. The film is Neo-Realist in style and makes interesting use of incidental music and post-sync dubbed dialogue track; a dog's bark is even mimicked by an actor's voice.

Quick Facts

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Release Date July 27, 1962 63 years ago
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Runtime 0h 35m 35 minutes total
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Language English Original language
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Country Australia Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Spag about?

Director Giorgio Mangiamele produced the first examples of multicultural cinema in this country. 'The Spag' was shot in the streets of Carlton and tells the story of a newspaper boy working to supp...

Who directed The Spag?

The Spag was directed by Giorgio Mangiamele.

How long is The Spag?

The Spag has a runtime of 0 hours and 35 minutes (35 minutes total).

When was The Spag released?

The Spag was released on July 27, 1962 in theaters.