Among the Cinders (1983)
A young New Zealand boy comes to grips with the harsh realities of adult life in this subpar drama adapted from a novel by Maurice Shadbolt. Nick Flinders (Paul O'Shea) is a teenager trying to adjust to life and his parents' unusual devotion to religion when he goes out hiking with his best friend, and the friend dies in an accident on the trip. Overwhelmed by guilt, Nick leaves home to spend time with his grandparents -- but then tragedy strikes again. Encumbered by stilted, unnatural dialogue and acting (with the exception of the grandfather), Among the Cinders burns out after the first few scenes. ~ Eleanor Mannikka, Rovi
- Starring:
- Paul O'Shea
- Director(s):
- Rolf Haedrich
Synopsis of Among the Cinders
A young New Zealand boy comes to grips with the harsh realities of adult life in this subpar drama adapted from a novel by Maurice Shadbolt. Nick Flinders (Paul O'Shea) is a teenager trying to adjust to life and his parents' unusual devotion to religion when he goes out hiking with his best friend, and the friend dies in an accident on the trip. Overwhelmed by guilt, Nick leaves home to spend time with his grandparents -- but then tragedy strikes again. Encumbered by stilted, unnatural dialogue and acting (with the exception of the grandfather), Among the Cinders burns out after the first few scenes. ~ Eleanor Mannikka, Rovi
Complete Cast of Among the Cinders
- Paul O'Shea - Nick Flinders
- Amanda Jones - Glenys
- Maurice Shadbolt - Frank Flinders
- Michael Haigh - Sgt. Crimmins
- Desmond Kelly
- David Hamilton - Photographer's Asst.
- Rebecca Gibney - Sally
- Bridget Armstrong - Helga Flinders
- Ricky Duff - Sam Waikai
- Derek Hardwick - Hubert Flinders, Grandfather
- Yvonne Lawley - Beth Flinders, Grandmother
- Director(s):
- Rolf Haedrich
- Writer(s):
- John O'Shea, Rolf Haedrich
- Producer(s):
- John O'Shea
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