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If.... (1968)

In this allegorical story, a revolution led by pupil Mick Travis takes place at an old established private school in England.

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Nominated for 1 Golden Globe. Another 1 win & 3 nominations. See more awards »
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Cast

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David Wood ...
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Rupert Webster ...
Bobby Philips: Crusaders
Robert Swann ...
Hugh Thomas ...
Michael Cadman ...
Fortinbras: Whips
Peter Sproule ...
Barnes: Whips
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General Denson: Staff
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Matron: Staff
Mary MacLeod ...
Mrs. Kemp: Staff (as Mary Macleod)
Geoffrey Chater ...
Chaplain: Staff
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Storyline

In an indictment of the British public school system, we follow Mick and his mostly younger friends through a series of indignities and occasionally abuse as any fond feelings toward these schools are destroyed. When Mick and his friends rebel, violently, the catch phrase, "which side would you be on" becomes quite stark. Written by John Vogel <[email protected]>

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Which side will you be on?

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Drama

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21 May 1969 (France)  »

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1.66 : 1
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Did You Know?

Trivia

Lindsay Anderson and Malcolm McDowell would revisit the character of Mick Travis in two later films in - O Lucky Man! (1973) and Britannia Hospital (1982). Although he has the same name, he is a different character in the films. See more »

Goofs

When Mick is standing in front of the Trueform shoe store, the camera and crew members are seen reflected in the windows of a passing bus. See more »

Quotes

Peanuts: Paradise is for the blessed. Not for the sex-obsessed.
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Crazy Credits

The film's opening prologue states: Wisdom is the principal thing; therefore get wisdom: and with all thy getting get understanding PROVERBS IV:7 See more »

Connections

Referenced in The Game (1997) See more »

Soundtracks

Toccata, 5th Organ Symphony Opus 42 No 1
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Composed by Charles Marie Widor
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Love And Anger
5 April 2017 | by – See all my reviews

This glorious 1968 film is a document not just of its times but of the eternal and mysterious communion between two enormous artists. Lindsay Anderson, the director, the mentor, the older man and Malcolm McDowell his young, brilliant, loving disciple. The trust between this two men is overwhelming and the results are in every frame in every nuance. For me, to see this film after many years was a remarkable emotional experience. Daring, visionary with a Malcolm McDowell that broke new ground with the fearlessness of an explorer venturing into totally virgin territory. Brilliant, beautiful, unique. Lead by the magical hand of Anderson and McDowell we confront the anger of the artists with their love for each other. Wow!


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