Forgotten Silver

Forgotten Silver 1995 is a New Zealand mockumentary film that purports to tell the story of a pioneering New Zealand filmmaker. It was written and directed by Peter Jackson and Costa Botes, both of whom appear in the film in their roles as makers of the documentary.

The film also shows a staged premiere screening of a recovered McKenzie film presented by film promoter Lindsay Shelton. It features deadpan commentary from actordirector Sam Neill and director and film archivist John OShea, as well as critical praise from international industry notables including film historian Leonard Maltin, and Harvey Weinstein of Miramax Films.In reality, McKenzie is a fictional character, and the films featured in Forgotten Silver were all created by Peter Jackson, carefully mimicking the style of early cinema. The interviewees are all acting. Thomas Robins, the actor who portrays Colin MacKenzie, is today more easily recognized by audiences as Smagols illfated companion Dagol in Peter Jacksons The Lord of the Rings The Return of the King. ........

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