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Movie poster: Volcano: An Inquiry into the Life and Death of Malcolm Lowry (1976)
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Volcano: An Inquiry into the Life and Death of Malcolm Lowry

1976 · 100 min Documentary
5.2 / 10 · TMDB

This feature-length Oscar®-nominated documentary focuses on Malcolm Lowry, author of one of the major novels of the 20th century, Under the Volcano. But while Lowry fought a winning battle with words, he lost his battle with alcohol. Shot on location in four countries, the film combines photographs, readings by Richard Burton from the novel and interviews with the people who loved and hated Lowry, to create a vivid portrait of the man.

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Year 1976
Country Canada
Genre Documentary
Director John Kramer
Runtime 100 min.
Rating TMDB: 5.2/10 (10 votes)

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Volcano: An Inquiry into the Life and Death of Malcolm Lowry is an acquired taste at 5.2/10. We recommend checking the trailer and synopsis before diving in.

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A classic from 1976. They don't make them like this anymore — which is exactly why you should watch it. Best for: genre fans and those open to something unconventional.

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