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During a recent interview, renowned actor Malcolm McDowell spoke freely about his latest film, espionage topics, and personal anecdotes.

Regarding Spycraft

When asked regarding if he would excel as a intelligence operative, McDowell immediately responded to admit his shortcomings.

I honestly think I would prove a total catastrophe, since I really enjoy to chat. I would find myself commenting, "Are you aware of that man? I think he's aligned with the Russians."

He shared a striking incident from 1990 while filming a historical film in the Soviet Union.

Driving alongside his partner near missile silos, he commented how different the scenario might have been only one year earlier.

Unverified Claims and Iconic Movies

The conversation shifted to alternative stories implying that the famed director directed the lunar landing.

McDowell rejected the theory with wit, remarking he'd be more suited playing Louis Armstrong rather than the moonwalker.

He conveyed admiration for the director's classic 2001: A Space Odyssey, describing it as very poetic and noting that Kubrick had command over the performers as they remained unseen in astronaut uniforms.

Top Malcolm

Upon being asked about his top additional Malcolm, McDowell mentioned the well-known writer, stating liking for the Canadian journalist's contributions.

Imitating the Tycoon

Touching on his performance as the media magnate in the dramatic movie, McDowell explained how he studied the figure thoroughly to recreate his unique speech pattern.

He revealed that the mogul possessed a mix of Aussie, London, and NYC tones in his diction.

The actor added that the team went so far as to supply him with makeup effects to enhance the resemblance.

Theoretical Choices

Given a choice between meeting his end underwater or deep out in space, McDowell chose space, observing that both choices were particularly marvellous.

Collecting Vintage Items

An admitted fan of antique shops, McDowell shared a remarkable story about acquiring a gilt tin eagle with a massive breadth of 54 inches.

He disclosed that the statue previously adorned the official residence in the capital, where the former First Lady and Ronald Reagan resided.

While an appraiser estimated its worth at a significant sum, McDowell remarked that it counts upon selling, and the item remains in his residence.

Entertainment and Socializing

In response to a query about party tricks, McDowell confessed he lacks such talents and is hardly a social butterfly.

He shared nostalgia for the dinner party culture he enjoyed in England, where animated conversations about cinema, current affairs, and various subjects were typical.

He compared this with customs in the US, where meetings typically occur in vehicles or dining venues, restricting the ability for intense disagreements.

About Nemeses and Friends

The actor reflected on the idea of a nemesis, reminiscing that in his younger days, colleague the renowned actor was viewed as his competition.

He recounted how with age, their dynamic transformed from rivalrous to warm, especially now that they are each over 80.

Household Humor and Celebrity Encounters

With humor, McDowell disclosed that his refrigerator shelters products in multiple hues of mold, abandoned during his partner's journey and due to his children.

Moreover recounted a embarrassing run-in with actress the acclaimed actress, that he failed to recognize while getting coffee prior to returning home and realizing the person he'd met.

He praised Zellweger as a talented actress and voiced embarrassment over the missed connection.

• The Partisan is currently released in movie houses in the UK, with opening days for Australia and the US yet to be revealed.