Joseph McGrath

Nacimiento : , Glasgow, Scotland, UK

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​From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia.   Joseph 'Apocalypse' McGrath (born 1930, Glasgow), sometimes referred to as "'Apocalypse'" Joe McGrath or Croisette Meubles, is a Scottish film director and screenwriter best remembered for his two films, Casino Royale (1967) and The Magic Christian (1969). McGrath frequently collaborated with Spike Milligan and Peter Sellers. In the 2004 film The Life and Death of Peter Sellers, Alan Williams played the un-named director of Casino Royale (whom Sellers' refers to as 'Joe'). Description above from the Wikipedia article Joe McGrath licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.

Películas

Peter Sellers: A State of Comic Ecstasy
Self
The comedy pioneer behind the Goon Show, Dr Strangelove and the Pink Panther series is explored in depth in this film, surveying his meteoric rise to fame and troubled personal life.
The Ghost of Peter Sellers
Himself
A documentary about Peter Medak's unreleased film 'Ghost in the Noonday Sun', starring Peter Sellers and filmed in Cyprus in 1973.
The Unforgettable Spike Milligan
Himself
A documentary about Spike Milligan
The Making of 'Casino Royale'
Self - Original Director
Interviews and overview of the making of the original 1967 James Bond film.
Best Sellers or: Peter Sellers and 'Dr. Strangelove'
Self
Documentary about actor Peter Sellers and one of his most memorable film roles.
No Fighting in the War Room Or: 'Dr Strangelove' and the Nuclear Threat
Self
A documentary exploring the historical concept of the narrative of Stanley Kubrick's 1964 film "Dr. Strangelove Or: How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love The Bomb." This short documentary compares the film with the actual events concerning the Cold War and the Cuban Missle Crisis.
Offensive: The Real Derek and Clive
Self (as Joe McGrath)
Documentary charting the Derek and Clive phenomenon. The two foul-mouthed toilet attendants were the creations of Peter Cook and Dudley Moore and were responsible for some of the filthiest comedy to come out of Britain. Despite being banned from radio and television the duo achieved great success and a cult status, but the act broke up one of the greatest comedy partnerships of recent years. Featuring excerpts from the actual records and video footage of Cook and Moore.
The Unforgettable Leonard Rossiter
Self
Tribute to the much-loved character actor.
Night Train to Murder
Director
When Eric's niece Kathy becomes one of the heirs to a considerable fortune, her life (and those of the other heirs) is placed in jeopardy by the actions of a mysterious inter-loper.
Rising Damp
Director
Stingy landlord Rigsby manages to scam his lodgers John, an art student, and Philip, an African medical student, making both pay for a room they must share. However Rigsby's favorite lodger, Miss Jones, flirts with Philip rather than him, despite his pitiful attempts at seduction.
The Strange Case of the End of Civilization as We Know It
Screenplay
John Cleese is hilarious as the descendant of Sherlock Holmes in this modern detective drama of international power politics and intrigue. Unlike his illustrious grandfather however, he only succeeds in bungling every job he organizes. Also stars Arthur Lowe as the "bionic" grandson of Dr. Watson, Stratford Johns as the Commissioner of Police, and Connie Booth as Mrs. Hudson.
The Strange Case of the End of Civilization as We Know It
Director
John Cleese is hilarious as the descendant of Sherlock Holmes in this modern detective drama of international power politics and intrigue. Unlike his illustrious grandfather however, he only succeeds in bungling every job he organizes. Also stars Arthur Lowe as the "bionic" grandson of Dr. Watson, Stratford Johns as the Commissioner of Police, and Connie Booth as Mrs. Hudson.
I'm Not Feeling Myself Tonight
Director
Virginal nerd Jon Pigeon, manages to secure a job in a sex research institute where the patients run about the corridors naked, nude aerobics are encouraged and no man is safe from the crotch-grabbing tea lady. In his attempts to seduce pretty office secretary Cheryl, Pigeon invents a machine called Agnes that emits a 'sonic aphrodisiac' guaranteed to turn any man or woman into an slathering sex maniac. Although his attempts to zap Cheryl are singularly unsuccessful, Pigeon gets some interesting results when he accidentally turns the 'sex ray' on his bullying boss Nutbrown and the prudish Mary Watchtower.
The Great McGonagall
Director
In this high-camp farce, Goons legend Spike Milligan stars as William Topaz McGonagall, an unemployed Scottish weaver and aspiring poet laureate who falls in love with Queen Victoria - a brilliant cameo by Peter Sellers - and thereafter devotes his banal poetry to her. Though McGonagall's solicitations are rejected by the Queen, it doesn't stop the turgid prose, and pathos, from overflowing as McGonagall hilariously attempts to become the greatest poet in the land. The image of the bad poet, trapped by his romanticism and inspired by a muse with a tin ear, appealed mightily to Spike Milligan, and this cult British spoof features the Goons show maestro at his ridiculous, genre-defying best.
The Great McGonagall
Screenplay
In this high-camp farce, Goons legend Spike Milligan stars as William Topaz McGonagall, an unemployed Scottish weaver and aspiring poet laureate who falls in love with Queen Victoria - a brilliant cameo by Peter Sellers - and thereafter devotes his banal poetry to her. Though McGonagall's solicitations are rejected by the Queen, it doesn't stop the turgid prose, and pathos, from overflowing as McGonagall hilariously attempts to become the greatest poet in the land. The image of the bad poet, trapped by his romanticism and inspired by a muse with a tin ear, appealed mightily to Spike Milligan, and this cult British spoof features the Goons show maestro at his ridiculous, genre-defying best.
Girls Come First
Director
Up and coming portrait artist Alan Street is employed by the owner of a Soho Swingers Club to paint the nude hostesses. Whilst Alan relishes his new job his beautiful girlfriend is less than impressed.
Digby el perro mas grande del mundo
Director
Digby, el perro de Bill ingiere accidentalmente un formula para agrandar vegetales y acaba teniendo el tamaño de una avión de pasajeros. (FILMAFFINITY)
Si quieres ser millonario no malgastes el tiempo trabajando
Screenplay
Sir Guy Grand es “el millonario más grande del mundo”. Tras adoptar a un vagabundo joven e introducirlo en las complejidades de su vida cotidiana, Sir Grand se dedicará, principalmente, a probar hasta dónde puede llegar la ambición durante un viaje en el crucero llamado El Cristiano Mágico.
Si quieres ser millonario no malgastes el tiempo trabajando
Director
Sir Guy Grand es “el millonario más grande del mundo”. Tras adoptar a un vagabundo joven e introducirlo en las complejidades de su vida cotidiana, Sir Grand se dedicará, principalmente, a probar hasta dónde puede llegar la ambición durante un viaje en el crucero llamado El Cristiano Mágico.
The Bliss of Mrs. Blossom
Story
Harriet Blossom is married to Robert Blossom, a businessman who'd rather spend the night at his bra factory than at home with her. One day, Harriet's sewing machine breaks, so Robert sends a repairman, Ambrose, to fix it. It's lust at first sight for Harriet, who convinces Ambrose to hide out in the attic for a tryst. When her new beau shows no desire to leave, the pair begin a years-long love affair right under Robert's nose.
The Bliss of Mrs. Blossom
Director
Harriet Blossom is married to Robert Blossom, a businessman who'd rather spend the night at his bra factory than at home with her. One day, Harriet's sewing machine breaks, so Robert sends a repairman, Ambrose, to fix it. It's lust at first sight for Harriet, who convinces Ambrose to hide out in the attic for a tryst. When her new beau shows no desire to leave, the pair begin a years-long love affair right under Robert's nose.
30 Is a Dangerous Age, Cynthia!
Writer
A 29-year old aspiring composer—still single and without any romantic prospects—vows to both marry and write a hit musical before he turns 30. Director Joseph McGrath's 1968 British comedy stars Dudley Moore, Suzy Kendall, Eddie Foy Jr. and Patricia Routledge.
30 Is a Dangerous Age, Cynthia!
Director
A 29-year old aspiring composer—still single and without any romantic prospects—vows to both marry and write a hit musical before he turns 30. Director Joseph McGrath's 1968 British comedy stars Dudley Moore, Suzy Kendall, Eddie Foy Jr. and Patricia Routledge.
Casino Royale
Director
James Bond, en su dorado retiro, se deja convencer por una delegación de las grandes potencias para participar en una investigación sobre la SMERSH, una misteriosa organización internacional que pretende acabar con la estabilidad mundial.
The Battle of New Orleans
Sped up footage of musicians fighting on a stretch of mudflats.