
The Chant of Jimmie Blacksmith
The chant of the underdog
Directed by Fred Schepisi
Produced by Victorian Film, The Film House
A bleak historical drama examining the psychological and social pressures that drive a marginalized man toward catastrophic violence, grounded in true events.
The true story of a part Aboriginal man who finds the pressure of adapting to white culture intolerable, and as a result snaps in a violent and horrific manner.
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Questions people ask
Is The Chant of Jimmie Blacksmith violent? Yes, very. More violent than 97% of films.
Is The Chant of Jimmie Blacksmith sad? Yes, very. More sad than 96% of films.
Is The Chant of Jimmie Blacksmith easy watching? No. Less comforting than 92% of films.
Does The Chant of Jimmie Blacksmith end with hope? No. Less hopeful than 91% of films.
Is The Chant of Jimmie Blacksmith scary? Yes. More frightening than 82% of films.
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Like The Chant of Jimmie Blacksmith
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as The Chant of Jimmie Blacksmith
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like The Chant of Jimmie Blacksmith, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like The Chant of Jimmie Blacksmith, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like The Chant of Jimmie Blacksmith, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.





























































