England Made Me
England Made Me

England Made Me

1973Movie100 minEnglish

A young, English, ne'er-do-well who goes to stay with his sister and her wealthy fiancé/benefactor in 1930's Germany, just before the rise of the Nazi party.

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IMDb6.2/10
Director: Peter DuffellGenres: Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

Anthony, a young Englishman, travels to Rome to visit his estranged uncle, a wealthy industrialist. Upon arrival, he finds himself entangled in the complex and often dangerous world of his uncle's business dealings and personal relationships. He soon discovers a web of deceit, betrayal, and murder, forcing him to confront the dark secrets that lie beneath the surface of his family's affluence.

Critical Reception

England Made Me received a mixed reception from critics, with some praising its stylish direction and strong performances, particularly from Michael York and Terence Stamp, while others found the plot convoluted and lacking in emotional depth. Audience reception was similarly divided, with the film failing to achieve widespread commercial success.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its atmospheric suspense and stylish visuals.
  • Criticized for a sometimes confusing and underdeveloped narrative.
  • Strong performances from the lead actors were frequently highlighted.

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Fun Fact

The film is based on the 1960 novel of the same name by Graham Greene, though it deviates significantly from the source material in several plot points.

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Peter Duffell has assembled quite a decent British cast here, but sadly he can make little more than an average television movie for his troubles. It doesn’t help that it’s the totally charm-fee Michael York who takes a leading role as visi...