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By Jack Wentworth-Weedon on

Cinema’s Twelve Angriest Men

Before our Classic Sunday screening of Sidney Lumet’s courtroom favourite 12 Angry Men, we asked Jack to ponder a dozen of cinema’s irate icons… 

Colonel Nathan R. Jessep—A Few Good Men—You know who can’t handle the truth? An arrogant narcissist triggered by challenges to his absolute authority in this 1992 legal drama. 

Harry Waters from the film In Bruges, looking perplexed.

Harry Waters—In Bruges—He has principles, but his explosive temper and strict morals make him a terrifying boss to be on holiday with. 

Cal Trask—East of Eden—A masterclass in teenage angst and raw fury fueled by a desperate, heartbreaking need for his father’s love. 

John Wick—John Wick—A justified reaction to someone killing your puppy to be honest.  

Ephraim Winslow—The Lighthouse—Why’d you spill your beans Winslow? He told you not to spill your beans. 

The Incredible Hulk, looking angry

The Incredible Hulk—various—To be fair, he did say you wouldn’t like him when he’s angry.

Jake LaMotta—Raging Bull—An absolute powerhouse of self-destructive rage who channels his inner demons into violence both inside and outside the ring.

Daniel Plainview—There Will Be Blood—He drinks your milkshake; he drinks it up. 

Terence Fletcher—Whiplash—Not quite his tempo. A monstrous perfectionist who weaponises verbal abuse and flying chairs in the name of “greatness”.

Oh Dae-Su from the film Oldboy, holding a hammer.

Oh Dae-Su—Oldboy—Out of all the angry boys on this list you can kind of get it with poor Dae-Su. 

Howard Beagle—Network—He’s mad as hell and he’s not going to take it anymore. The ultimate television prophet who turned a nervous breakdown into a legendary, sweat-soaked crusade against the system.

The green ogre Shrek, making a scary face

Shrek—Shrek—Angry, or just lonely? He said all he wanted was peace and quiet but all he needed was someone to love .

12 Angry Men screens on Sunay 31 May at 13.00 

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