FILMMMagic1978
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How Long Is “Magic”?
1h 46m runtime
Mystery & suspense film with a runtime of 106 minutes, released in 1978. Presented in English.
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Chilling tale of an unhinged ventriloquist who falls under the spell of his dummy. After he has spurned the chance of appearing on a TV special, he ends up at an isolated lakeside resort run by a childhood sweetheart, accompanied by his grotesque doll 'Fats'. Increasingly influenced by his malevolent mouthpiece, the ventriloquist's life takes a murderous turn. Adapted by William Goldman from his own novel.
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How long is Magic?
Magic runs for 1h 46m.
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, Horror.
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