Cast: Geoffrey Quigley

Direction Stanley Kubrick

Cast Malcolm McDowell · Patrick Magee · Michael Bates · Adrienne Corri

Synopsis A Clockwork Orange (1971) is set in a dystopian future within the United Kingdom, where Alex (Malcolm McDowell) leads a group of young thugs known as "droogs" through the streets of London. Alex's life revolves around two primary obsessions: ultraviolence...

Direction Mike Hodges

Cast Michael Caine · Ian Hendry · Britt Ekland · John Osborne

Synopsis Get Carter (1971) follows the story of a ruthless London criminal, Jack Carter, who journeys to Newcastle for his sibling's burial. As he delves deeper into the circumstances surrounding his brother's demise, he uncovers a tangled web of deceit, corruption,...

Direction Lewis Gilbert

Cast Michael Caine · Julie Walters · Michael Williams · Maureen Lipman

Synopsis Educating Rita (1983) follows Frank Bryant, an English literature professor who finds his life in a rut, grappling with a failed marriage and unfulfilled poetic aspirations. His monotonous existence takes an unexpected turn when Rita, a vibrant hairdresser, enrolls in...

Direction Mike Newell

Cast Richard Chamberlain · Patrick McGoohan · Louis Jourdan · Jenny Agutter

Synopsis The Man in the Iron Mask (TV) (1977) chronicles the tale of Louis XIV, the Sun King of France, and his relentless efforts to conceal his identical twin brother Philippe from the public eye. Louis XIV's reign is threatened by...

Direction Jack Gold

Cast Trevor Howard · Martin Sheen · Raf Vallone · Cyril Cusack

Synopsis Catholics (TV) (1973) is set in a future where the Catholic Church has united with other Western religions in a broad ecumenical initiative, leading to a dilution of the original religious teachings. A community of Irish monks has sparked international...

Direction Roy Ward Baker · Robert Chetwyn · John Howard · Peter Sykes

Cast Peter Bowles · Bryan Murray · Beryl Reid · Niall Toibin

Synopsis The Irish R.M. (TV Series) (1983) is a captivating drama that aired from 1983 to 1985, spanning three seasons and 18 episodes. The story revolves around a former English army officer who takes on the role of a resident magistrate...

Direction Robert Butler

Cast Glenn Corbett · Alfred Burke · Kurt Russell · Patrick Barr

Direction Jack Gold

Cast Nicol Williamson · Ann Bell · Lilita De Barros · Tom Kempinski

Synopsis The Reckoning (1969) follows Michael Marler, a prosperous entrepreneur based in London, as he is on the brink of achieving unprecedented success. The sudden demise of his father compels him to return to his birthplace, Liverpool, after nearly four decades....

Direction George Pollock

Cast Barry Fitzgerald · June Thorburn · Eddie Golden · Geoffrey Quigley

Synopsis Broth of a Boy (1959) follows the journey of a British television producer who, while traversing the picturesque landscapes of Ireland, stumbles upon a quaint village preparing for an extraordinary event—the birthday celebration of the purported oldest man in the...

Direction George Pollock

Cast John Gregson · Muriel Pavlow · Barry Fitzgerald · June Thorburn

Synopsis Rooney (1958) follows the dual life of James Ignatius Rooney, a man who spends his weekdays as a humble rubbish collector in Dublin but transforms into a formidable Gaelic sportsman on the weekends. The film delves into his contrasting roles,...

Direction Ken Loach

Cast Norman Rossington · Geoffrey Quigley · Peter Kerrigan · Ken Jones

Synopsis The Big Flame (TV) (1969) follows the story of a group of dock workers who face the looming threat of job loss. In response, they band together and take extraordinary measures to maintain their employment. By working tirelessly, both day...

Direction Peter Hammond · Guy Verney · Jonathan Alwyn · Charles Jarrott

Cast Piers Keelan · Maxine Audley · Clifford Evans · Murray Hayne

Synopsis Out of This World (TV Series) (1962) is a captivating British television program that delves into the realm of science fiction through a collection of standalone episodes. Each installment presents a unique and thought-provoking story, exploring various themes and scenarios...

Direction Mike Newell · Michael Apted

Cast Peter Egan · Alan Browning · Donald Burton · Timothy West

Synopsis Big Breadwinner Hog (1969) chronicles the ascent of a ruthless young criminal, known as Hog, as he climbs the ranks of London's underworld. The narrative delves into Hog's transformation from a petty thief to a formidable figure within the city's...

Direction Clive Donner

Cast Alan Bates · Denholm Elliott · Harry Andrews · Millicent Martin

Synopsis Nothing But the Best (1964) follows the ambitious James Brewster, a man who is determined to achieve success and wealth at any cost. With his sights set on his boss's daughter, he becomes entangled in a web of deceit when...

Direction Gareth Davies

Cast Colin Blakely · Robert Hardy · Bernard Hepton · Brian Blessed

Synopsis Son of Man (TV) (1969) presents Dennis Potter's provocative interpretation of the life of Christ. The narrative follows Jesus, depicted as a robust, passionate, and well-intentioned carpenter who advocates for loving enemies instead of constant conflict. However, Jesus grapples with...

Direction Robert S. Baker · Monty Berman

Cast Donald Sinden · Nicole Berger · Kieron Moore · Peter Wyngarde

Synopsis The Siege of Sidney Street (1960) unfolds as armed law enforcement encircles a residence in London's East End, prompting a young woman under medical care in the vicinity to reflect on the sequence of events that brought her and a...