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202217 minGdoc-short

E Blacks

202217 minGdoc-short

A national championship victory could lead Sam ‘Fury’ Johnson and his team to represent New Zealand at the Commonwealth Esports Championships.

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A national championship victory could lead Sam ‘Fury’ Johnson and his team to represent New Zealand at the Commonwealth Esports Championships.

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Ashley Pitmandirector

Sam 'Fury' Johnsoncast

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Sam ‘Fury’ Johnson reflects on his time at university, feeling he missed opportunities to pursue his true passion for video gaming. Now, he leads a team aiming to win the national championship against Australia. Success would secure their place representing New Zealand at the Commonwealth Esports Championships. Directed by Ashley Pitman, "E Blacks" follows this quest in the competitive world of esports, capturing the challenges and aspirations of Johnson and his teammates.

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