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He became famous for Excalibur (1981) , The Emerald Forest (1985) and his autobiographic story Hope and Glory (1987) where he tells his own experiences as a child after World War II and which brought him another Academy Award Nomination after Deliverance (1972). More at IMDbPro. Contact info. Agent info. Resume. Born January 18, 1933. Add to list.
- January 1, 1
- 1.73 m
- Rosehill, Carshalton, Surrey, England, UK
Director John Boorman Stars Brendan Gleeson Adrian Dunbar Sean McGinley. Boorman's film is shot in wide-screen black and white, and as it often does, black and white emphasizes the characters and the story, instead of setting them awash in atmosphere. 14. The Tailor of Panama. 2001 1h 49m R.
10 titles. Sort by List order. 1. Deliverance. 1972 1h 49m R. 7.7 (119K) Rate. 80 Metascore. Intent on seeing the Cahulawassee River before it's dammed and turned into a lake, outdoor fanatic Lewis Medlock takes his friends on a canoeing trip they'll never forget into the dangerous American back-country.
- Having A Wild Weekend
- Point Blank
- Hell in The Pacific
- Leo The Last
- Deliverance
- Zardoz
- Exorcist II: The Heretic
- Excalibur
- The Emerald Forest
- Hope and Glory
“Having a Wild Weekend” is a 1965 British comedy film directed by John Boorman and starring the British rock band The Dave Clark Five. The film follows the band as they become embroiled in a series of misadventures over the course of a wild weekend in London. The plot of the film revolves around the band’s attempts to secure a recording contract, w...
“Point Blank” is a 1967 American neo-noir crime film directed by John Boorman. The film follows the story of a betrayed criminal, played by Lee Marvin, who seeks revenge against the organization that left him for dead and stole his money. Here are three characteristics of “Point Blank” and John Boorman’s films in general: Stylish visuals: John Boor...
“Hell in the Pacific” is a 1968 war film directed by John Boorman and starring Lee Marvin and Toshirô Mifune. The film tells the story of two soldiers, an American pilot and a Japanese navy captain, who are stranded together on a deserted island in the Pacific Ocean during World War II. The film is notable for its exploration of themes of survival,...
Leo the Last (1970) is another notable film directed by René Clair. It tells the story of Leo, a wealthy, aimless man who has lost touch with the world around him. Leo decides to use his wealth to help the people in his community, including a group of immigrant families who are facing eviction. The film is notable for its exploration of class, race...
Deliverance is a 1972 American thriller film directed by John Boorman, based on the novel of the same name by James Dickey. The movie tells the story of four friends, Ed (Jon Voight), Bobby (Ned Beatty), Lewis (Burt Reynolds), and Drew (Ronny Cox), who decide to embark on a canoeing trip down a river in the remote wilderness of Georgia. As they mak...
“Zardoz” is a 1974 science fiction film directed by John Boorman and starring Sean Connery. The film is set in a dystopian future where a small group of immortal humans, known as the Eternals, live in a utopian society that is maintained by a giant stone head called Zardoz. The plot of the film follows the character of Zed, played by Connery, who i...
“Exorcist II: The Heretic” is a 1977 American horror film directed by John Boorman, and a sequel to the highly successful 1973 film, “The Exorcist.” The film follows the story of a psychiatrist who investigates the death of a priest involved in an exorcism, and becomes entangled in a web of supernatural forces and psychic energy. Despite being a hi...
“Excalibur” is a 1981 epic fantasy film directed by John Boorman, based on the Arthurian legend. The film tells the story of King Arthur’s rise to power, his love affair with Guinevere, the betrayal of his best friend Lancelot, and his eventual downfall. The film is notable for its stunning visuals, including its epic battle scenes and breathtaking...
“The Emerald Forest” is a 1985 adventure drama film directed by John Boorman. The film is based on a true story and follows the journey of a young boy named Tommy, who is abducted by a tribe of indigenous people in the Amazon rainforest. Tommy’s father, Bill, spends years searching for him and eventually finds him living among the tribe as a member...
Hope and Glory (1987) is a film directed by John Boorman, not René Clair. The film tells the story of a young boy’s experiences growing up in London during World War II. It is a semi-autobiographical film, based on Boorman’s own childhood experiences. Hope and Glory was well-received by critics and audiences alike, and was nominated for several Aca...
John Boorman | Rotten Tomatoes. Highest Rated: 96% Hope and Glory (1987) Lowest Rated: 9% Where the Heart Is (1990) Birthday: Jan 18, 1933. Birthplace: London, England, UK.
Tomatometer®Audience ScoreTitleCredit39%80%Screenwriter89%55%SelfNo Score Yet100%SelfNo Score YetNo Score YetUnknown (Character)- January 18, 1933
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Deliverance is a 1972 American thriller film produced and directed by John Boorman, and starring Jon Voight, Burt Reynolds, Ned Beatty, and Ronny Cox, with the latter two making their feature film debuts. The screenplay was adapted by James Dickey from his 1970 novel of the same name.
Production. Writing. John Boorman (born 18 January 1933) is an English filmmaker who is a long time resident of Ireland and is best known for his feature films such as Point Blank, Deliverance, Excalibur, The Emerald Forest, Hope and Glory, The General and The Tailor of Panama.
