Question 1

What is the central conflict in Blaze after the young girl witnesses a crime?

Accepted Answer

Blaze, a 12-year-old girl, witnesses a violent assault and rape that leads to a death, and she is severely traumatized while police need her evidence for a conviction. She summons an imaginary dragon to process her anger and protect her.

Question 2

Which festivals did Blaze screen at?

Accepted Answer

Blaze was an official selection at the Göteborg Film Festival in 2023, BFI London Film Festival in 2022, Tribeca Festival in 2022, and Vancouver International Film Festival in 2022.

Question 3

Who directed Blaze and what is notable about their role?

Accepted Answer

Del Kathryn Barton co-wrote and directed Blaze, marking her feature film debut. The film is an Australian drama produced by Causeway Films.

Question 4

What critical praise did Blaze receive?

Accepted Answer

Blaze received critical acclaim, with particular praise for the performance of its 13-year-old lead actor Julia Savage.

Question 5

Where and when did Blaze have its premiere and initial releases?

Accepted Answer

Blaze premiered in New York in the International Narrative Competition at the 2022 Tribeca Festival, with a limited theatrical release in Australia on August 27, 2022, and in the US in January 2023.

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