Portrait of an Occultist

An insight into the religious convictions of a Pagan High Priestess. She stresses that she isn’t a witch, but an occultist, whose belief involves many Gods. Magic used is for the betterment of humanity, and not for evil purposes

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Credits

producer/director

Martyn Down

Duration

00:28:00:00

Production places

Australia

Production dates

1985

Collection metadata

ACMI Identifier

017380

Language

English

Subject categories

Economics, Philosophy, Politics, Religion & Sociology → Occultism

Hobbies, Recreation & Sport → Magic

Magic, Occult & Supernatural → Magic

Music & Performing Arts → Magic

Short films

Short films → Short films - Australia

Sound/audio

Sound

Colour

Holdings

VHS; Access Print (Section 1)

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Australia, 1985

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