Movies starring Maximilian Schell

Krakatoa: East of Java (1969)

131 mins     Adventure , Drama      

One of the funniest movie mistakes is "Krakatoa: East of Java" not the movie although some will say it is one long mistake but the actual title because geographically it is wrong, Krakatoa is West of Java. They were forced to...

The Odessa File (1974)

130 mins     Drama, Thriller      

Watching "The Odessa File" now makes you realise one thing how poor modern cinema has become when it comes to the thriller genre. Here is a movie which in fairness whilst having an interesting storyline built around real elem...

Julia (1977)

117 mins     Drama      

As I looked for information on "Julia" I found opinion after opinion from those who knew who Lillian Hellman was, in fact I don't think I found a single opinion from someone who watched this movie without knowing who Hellman ...

Cross of Iron (1977)

132 mins     Action , Drama, War      

I am a very sceptical movie reviewer, when ever I see that a movie is much loved I am always wary of the reasons why especially when a movie is made by a director who over the years have collected many fanboys. It is why with...

Avalanche Express (1979)

88 mins     Action , Thriller      

There is no hiding from the fact and that is "Avalanche Express" is a disappointing movie, the storyline is dull and at times implausible, the acting is a bit ropey and the action well it's less than exciting. And it is also ...

The Diary of Anne Frank (1980)

109 mins     Biography, Drama, TV Movie      

I will start this review as I have with some of my reviews of other historical movies by bemoaning the British education system of the 80s as I was never taught anything about Anne Frank. I have learned about her since but I ...

The Assisi Underground (1985)

115 mins     Drama, War      

As I understand there are in fact two versions of "The Assisi Underground" an extended version which runs to over 3 hours and one which comes in at under 2 hours which is the version I watched. In truth I am kind of grateful ...

Miss Rose White (1992)

100 mins     Drama, TV Movie      

Without wanting to sound pretentious "Miss Rose White" is a contemplation on denial and guilt focusing on Rose's denial and her father's guilt. That is not the only things it covers but it is the central focus of the movie as...

Deep Impact (1998)

120 mins     Action , Drama, Romance      

I like disaster movies, I know I'm a glutton for punishment, but these movies tend to be simple affairs full of popcorn scenes which are there as just a visual pleasure. And to be honest "Deep Impact" is another simple affair...

Vampires (1998)

108 mins     Action , Horror, Thriller      

You mention the name John Carpenter and the movie "Halloween" comes to mind, maybe "Christine" and of course "The Thing", three great horror movies which had edge of your seat atmosphere. The thing is that if you then watch J...

Joan of Arc (1999)

180 mins     Adventure , Biography, Drama, TV Movie      

Those who have visited The Movie Scene before will be able to guess what is coming next but here goes. My historical knowledge is pitiful which I lay blame at the British education system during the 80s, a system which might ...

Coast to Coast (2003)

108 mins     Drama, TV Movie      

I think I am pretty regular sort of guy, okay so my love of movies is a bit extreme but I have two feet, find things funny as well as cry when something makes me feel emotional. I suppose the one thing not so typical is that ...

The Shell Seekers (2006)

176 mins     Drama, Romance, TV Movie      

I have always said that if you loved a novel don't watch the movie adaptation as you are likely to be disappointed. But sometimes I come across a movie adaptation and feel that you need to have read and enjoyed the novel to e...