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Release Year1987
Runtime1h 24m
LanguageEnglish
CertificationR
GenresFantasy, Horror, Drama
Votes26
DirectorJamil Dehlavi
WritersJamil Dehlavi, Raficq Abdulla
TypeFeature Film
Rating6.0 out of 10
Cast8 credited
Also Known AsBorn of Fire
About Born of Fire
For reasons unknown, a flautist and an astronomer find themselves drawn to one another. But, when the flautist stumbles upon a secret regarding his late father, the two wind up in a celestial duel against the ancient Master Flautist for earth's future.
Directed by Jamil Dehlavi, Born of Fire leans on a strong ensemble — Peter Firth, Suzan Crowley, Stefan Kalipha — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.
The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about fantasy titles of 1987.
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