Discussion on Kubrick movie filmed in Harlow
Harlow Playhouse is to host a screening and
discussion of the controversial and once banned film “A Clockwork
Orange” - parts of which were filmed in Harlow.
The film, by acclaimed Hollywood director
Stanley Kubrick and starring the young Malcolm McDowell, was filmed
in the town between 1970 and 1971.
It depicts scenes of extreme violence and was
blamed for copycat acts, which led to the unprecedented step of the
film being withdrawn from UK cinemas at the request of Kubrick
himself.
Although never officially banned by UK film
authorities, it has only been since Kubrick’s death that the film
has been widely seen in this country and still retains the power to
shock.
The local screening will take place at the
Harlow Playhouse at 7.45pm on Tuesday October 14. One hour
prior to the screening, there will be a discussion led by David
Devine, Local History Officer from the Council’s Museum of Harlow.
Admission is free when buying a ticket to
see the film.
He will point out some of the local locations
used in the making of the film and discuss the impact of the film
then and now. The Princess Alexandra Hospital was among the
familiar locations used.
Local people who were in Harlow at the time
and remember the making of the film or were involved in any way are
particularly invited to come along and take part in what promises
to be a lively debate.
The film has an 18 certificate and contains
scenes of a violent and sexual nature. To buy tickets phone the Box
Office on 01279 431945 or visit www.playhouseharlow.com.