FILMFFirestarter1984
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Firestarter
Mystery & suspense film with a runtime of 115 minutes, released in 1984. Presented in English.
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Suspenseful horror film, based on a Stephen King novel, about a young girl with the power to start fires at will who is pursued by government agents who wish to use her powers for their own nefarious ends. The mental powers are a result of her parents' involvement in secret government experiments, and the girl and her father are forced to go on the run as the bad guys close in.
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How long is Firestarter?
Firestarter runs for 1h 55m.
What language is it available in?
The primary language listed for this title is English.
What kind of film is this?
It is tagged under mystery & suspense, suspense/thriller, adaptation.
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