History of Alexander Walker (critic) in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: May 25, 2025

Alexander Walker was a prominent British film critic for the London Evening Standard for over four decades, beginning in 1960. He was known for his insightful and often provocative reviews, significantly influencing British film culture. Beyond his journalistic work, Walker authored 20 books on cinema, solidifying his reputation as a leading authority on film. His extensive body of work contributed significantly to film criticism and scholarship.

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March 1930: Alexander Walker's Birth

In March 1930, Alexander Walker was born. He would later become a British film critic.

1952: Lectures in Political Philosophy

In 1952, Alexander Walker lectured in political philosophy at the University of Michigan for two years.

1953: Works for the Birmingham Post

In 1953, Alexander Walker worked for the Birmingham Post, where he gained notice from Godfrey Winn.

1960: Film Critic for London Evening Standard

In 1960, Alexander Walker became the film critic for the London Evening Standard, a role he held until his death.

1960: Joins London Evening Standard

In 1960, Alexander Walker started writing for the London Evening Standard as a film critic.

1968: Member of Berlin International Film Festival Jury

In 1968, Alexander Walker served as a member of the jury at the 18th Berlin International Film Festival.

1970: Critic of 'The Music Lovers'

In 1970, Alexander Walker reviewed 'The Music Lovers' and expressed a strong dislike for it.

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1970: Critic of the Year

In 1970, Alexander Walker was named Critic of the Year at the annual British Press awards.

1971: Critic of 'The Devils'

In 1971, Alexander Walker criticized Ken Russell's film 'The Devils', calling it "a garish glossary of sado-masochism".

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1974: Critic of the Year

In 1974, Alexander Walker was named Critic of the Year at the annual British Press awards.

1977: Member of British Screen Advisory Council

In 1977, Alexander Walker became a member of the British Screen Advisory Council, formerly the Wilson Interim Action Committee on the Film Industry.

1981: Chevalier de l'ordre des Arts et des Lettres

In 1981, Alexander Walker was made a Chevalier de l'ordre des Arts et des Lettres.

1982: Golden Eagle Award

In 1982, Alexander Walker won the Golden Eagle Award in the Philippines for his services to international cinema.

1985: Commended at British Press Awards

In 1985, Alexander Walker was commended at the annual British Press awards.

1989: Board of Governors at the British Film Institute

In 1989, Alexander Walker became a member of the Board of Governors at the British Film Institute.

1992: End of term at British Screen Advisory Council

In 1992, Alexander Walker's term as a member of the British Screen Advisory Council concluded.

1993: Irish Film Board Relaunch

In 1993, Rod Stoneman pointed out, that of the 23 Irish films which the Irish Film Board had assisted since its relaunch, only four had touched upon the Troubles, in response to Walker's criticism of the films Nothing Personal and Some Mother's Son.

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