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The Magician

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2005 | 85 min | Comedy, Drama, Crime

Saturday Specialearly rating

Why it’s a Saturday Special

It earned strong reviews (75% on Rotten Tomatoes) and it's still drawing plenty of interest, despite a box office flop. A strong pick for the weekend.

Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.

Is it for you?

Who'll love it
Made for crime-drama fans and anyone who wants a laugh.
The mood
Funny with heart.
The pace
Takes its time with its characters, at 1 hr 25 min.
What might put you off
Nothing much for most grown-ups.

Following the dealings of Melbourne-based hitman Ray as seen through the eyes of his ex-neighbour and friend Max, an Italian film student. Max and his camera witness Ray's work life as it unfolds from day to day, giving an insight into a world we rarely see, and at the same time developing an unusual friendship with his subject.

How it earned its rating

  • CriticsStrong

    75% on Rotten Tomatoes

  • AudiencesNot counted

    Not measured yet: not enough ratings

  • AwardsSolid

    Won 3 Independent Spirit Awards: Independent Spirit Award: Best Actor, Independent Spirit Award: Best Director, Independent Spirit Award: Best Film. Also nominated for 1 more Independent Spirit Award.

  • Reach & staying powerWeak

    Streaming release that reached a small audience so far

  • Buzz & cultural impactStrong

    About 367K people sought it out in the past year

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Cast & crew

Directed by Scott Ryan

  • Scott RyanRay Shoesmith
  • Ben WalkerTony Rickards
  • Massimiliano AndrighettoMassimo "Max" Totti
  • Kane MasonBenny
  • Nathaniel LindsayEdna
  • Adam RyanGarage Victim