My Malcolm McDowell Collection (25 titles)
For a while I collected Malcolm McDowell's films. Here's my two cents on what I own.
76.6% from 3 members
If....
Fabulous film - although it doesn't have much of a plot. It depends solely on the acting, which is top notch.
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If....
on DVD
(1968)
Starring: Malcolm McDowell, Arthur Lowe, David Wood
Director: Lindsay Anderson
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Filmed at the time of the 1968 student uprising in Paris, Lindsay Anderson's IF. . . is one of the seminal films of the era of student revolt. The characters' direct psychological and emotional displays are an allegory for how individuals must either conform to or rebel against the autocratic ..read more »
70%
from 3,944 members
A Clockwork Orange
My all-time favourite film! I first saw this when I was 13, and it changed my views on cinema forever. The violence/rape scene are hard to watch, but look past what you read about this film in the media and take it for what it is: an amazing example of film. I find everything about it amazing, from the cinematography to the music to the acting.
It's pretty psychedelic, so not one to watch if you're looking for something easygoing.
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A Clockwork Orange
on DVD
(1971)
Starring: Malcolm McDowell, Patrick Magee, Michael Bates
Director: Stanley Kubrick
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From its opening shot of Malcolm McDowell staring with evil intent directly into the camera (which pulls back to reveal him drinking a glass of milk), Stanley Kubrick's brilliant CLOCKWORK ORANGE announces itself as a completely new kind of viewing experience. Banned in Britain for decades, the ..read more »
67%
from 26,814 members
O Lucky Man!
Love this almost as much as If... It's pretty long, and i've never watched it in one sitting before. The plot is all over the place, and it seems like you're getting at least three films for the price of one. It's unbelievable for a lot of the time, but that's the surreal beauty of it.
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O Lucky Man!
on DVD
(1973)
Starring: Malcolm McDowell, Arthur Lowe, Ralph Richardson
Director: Lindsay Anderson
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Lindsay Anderson, working again with Malcolm McDowell and Robert Sherwin, continues his comic comment on corruption in British society when Mick Travis (Malcolm McDowell), the school boy from IF. . ., sets out, like a modern Candide, to make his way in the business world. Anderson stretches the ..read more »
71%
from 817 members
Gangster No. 1
One of Malcolm's best manacing performances since A Clockwork Orange. It's very violent though, so be warned.
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Gangster No. 1
(2000)
Starring: Malcolm McDowell, David Thewlis, Paul Bettany
Director: Paul McGuigan
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When a young gangster (Paul Bettany) starts working for gang leader Freddie Mays (David Thewlis), known as the Butcher of Mayfair, he dreams of being everything that Freddie is: smooth, sophisticated, impeccably dressed, always with the right women, and driving the fanciest cars. Freddie takes the ..read more »
Not currently released
62%
from 2,775 members
I'll Sleep When I'm Dead
I got bored after ten minutes. Avoid.
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I'll Sleep When I'm Dead
on DVD
(2003)
Starring: Clive Owen, Charlotte Rampling, Jonathan Rhys-Meyers
Director: Mike Hodges
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Having long retired to the countryside, Will finds himself unwillingly back in the city. I'll Sleep When I'm Dead is an exploration of family, revenge and the conflicts inherent in trying to escape one's past.
48%
from 4,682 members
Star Trek 7 : Generations
Having never even seen an episode of Star Trek, and definately NOT being a fan of sci-fi, I strangely enjoyed this. William Shatner is appauling though.
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Star Trek 7 : Generations
on DVD
(1995)
Starring: Patrick Stewart, Jonathan Frakes, Brent Spiner
Director: David Carson
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The first feature film starring the cast of "Star Trek: The Next Generation" finds Captain Picard and crew battling a sinister scientist whose plot is a century old. Picard's only hope lies in forging an alliance with a legendary Star Fleet captain from the past.
66%
from 9,068 members
Caligula
Oh, you've got to laugh at this because it's such a farce. And I've only seen the edited version, and looking forward to the uncut version being released in the UK soon. It's worth watching for Malcolm poncing about in a hilarious toga. Not worth watching for it's cinematic value though, in all honesty. Just take it for a daft romp.
Oh, and sorry if you're watching this to be turned on. You won't be.
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Caligula
on DVD
(1979)
Starring: Malcolm McDowell, Helen Mirren, Peter O'Toole
Director: Tinto Brass
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A reputedly faithful cinematic depiction of the historical events of Caligula's Rome, including the decadence and debauchery that marked his reign. This notorious release has faced rather hysterical hostility from would-be censors. Financed by Penthouse Magazine magnate Bob Guccione, who was ..read more »
37%
from 2,143 members
I Spy
Dire "comedy". Nobody is funny. Avoid.
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I Spy
on DVD
(2002)
Starring: Eddie Murphy, Owen Wilson, Gary Cole
Director: Betty Thomas
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Special agent Alex Scott and middleweight world champion Kelly Robinson are reluctantly paired for a dangerous mission to recover the Switchblade, the U.S.'s latest and most technologically sophisticated reconnaissance aircraft. The prototype spy plane has fallen into the hands of a nefarious arms ..read more »
56%
from 5,644 members
Time After Time
I LOVE THIS!! It's quirky and has it's funny moments - such as when HG Wells finds himself in McDonalds for the first time. Mary Steenburgen is adorable too.
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Time After Time
(1979)
Starring: Malcolm McDowell, David Warner, Mary Steenburgen
Director: Nicholas Meyer
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H.G Wells' famous time machine transports its youthful inventor and Jack The Ripper, to modern day San Francisco. The legendary butcher of prostitutes quickly adapts to our times and after a change of clothes blends perfectly into the seedy side of town. His opponent on the other hand, sticks ..read more »
66%
from 81 members
The Company
Dull. Ignore.
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The Company
on DVD
(2003)
Starring: Neve Campbell, Malcolm McDowell, Joffee Ballet Company
Director: Robert Altman
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Robert Altman's beautifully shot vision of the life of a ballet dancer.
51%
from 1,077 member
Average rating for this collection:
76.6% from 3 members
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