

Confirmation
1977-04-29 · 27 min · ★ 7.0
Concerns a young boy's mystical experiences during his Confirmation. As the ceremony unfolds, figures from religion and mythology appear and impress on him the need to become a soldier of Christ.
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- Directors
- Paul Bugden
- Production companies
- Australian Film Commission
- Countries
- Unavailable
- Status
- Released
- Budget
- USD 5,000
Top Cast
Richard MillerThe Boy
Sheryl SciroThe Mother
Bob HughesThe Father
Luda ReddingVirgin Mary
David CalcottBishop
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