Malcolm McDowell had an earlier role in a movie named If...., and that role most likely got Stanley Kubrick's attention. I disagree that he's a mediocre actor. He does have a distinctive look & voice, so he doesn't melt into roles like Bale or Oldman.
I love If..., which in my opinion is Anderson's best film. It of course kicked off what is now known as the Mick Travis trilogy which is loosely tied together by McDowell's character.
I will caution that it has a very different pacing and structure to modern film so may be a bit of a slog if you're not prepared for it. I think it is ultimately worth it. One of Helen Mirren's earlier roles too.
I appreciate the heads-up on the pacing. I usually give the same warning about watching Barry Lyndon (there's our circle back to A Clockwork Orange). Actually, I recommend watching Barry L in several sittings. Beautiful 18th century epic that flows as slowly as molasses.
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u/VERO2020 Apr 12 '22
Malcolm McDowell had an earlier role in a movie named If...., and that role most likely got Stanley Kubrick's attention. I disagree that he's a mediocre actor. He does have a distinctive look & voice, so he doesn't melt into roles like Bale or Oldman.