Milius (15)

Documentary

A look at the life of filmmaker,John Milius.

The critical consensus

While not always penetrating the myths around the man, this is a hugely entertaining look at one of Hollywood's larger than life figures.

(*) Ian Freer, Empire Online, 28/10/2013

Old pals Spielberg, Scorsese, Schrader, Lucas and Coppola pay tribute, before the final reel adds genuine poignancy to the life of this unique storyteller.

(*) (*) James Mottram, Total Film, 28/10/2013

Judging by the incredible roll call of interviewees here – Spielberg, Lucas, Eastwood, Harrison Ford – the affection is still felt, and, with a Genghis Khan biopic talked up here for his comeback, the debt could be repaid.

(*) (*) Phil Hoad, The Guardian, 31/10/2013

(*) (*) Geoffrey Macnab, The Independent, 31/10/2013

You’ll love the smell of celluloid in the morning! Smells like… victory.

(*) Adam lee Davies, Little White Lies, 31/10/2013

If you’re unaware of what this renegade raconteur has been dealing with in the last few years, it’s a shock to the system – and Spielberg’s genuine emotion at what’s happened to his friend is quite touching. As last acts go, its one hell of an ending – something Milius might well appreciate.

(*) James Mottram, The List, 01/11/2013

It’s hard not to be seduced by the uber-macho legend of John Milius and this entertaining documentary.

(*) Alistair Harkness, The Scotsman, 02/11/2013

(*) (*) Catherine Shoard, The Observer, 03/11/2013