It may be a mistake to say this, but I know my limitations as an Actor and I know waht I can and can not do.
A Highlander movie is basically my thing. What I`m attempting to do is develop my ability as an actor and try to be the best I can be in the fantasy/action genre.
~ Christopher Lambert ~
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Connor Macleod was born in 1518 in the Highlands of Scotland. In 1536, after facing a mysterious, evil opponent, he survives a fatal stab wound and is banished from his village, for they believe his survival is the work of the Devil. Five years later, Macleod is met by Juan Sanchez Villa-Lobos Ramirez, a swordsman who teaches Macleod the awful truth; he is immortal, one of a race of many who can only die when the head is cut from the body. When one immortal takes the head of another, the loser's power is absorbed into the winner. Ramirez teaches Macleod the ways of the sword, until Ramirez is tragically killed by Connor's ultimate opponent, the evil Kurgan, a murderous immortal brute who lusts for the ultimate power of the immortals, "The Prize"; enough power to rule the earth forever. Connor fights his way through the centuries, until the time of the Gathering, when the few immortals who have survived the endless battles come together to fight until only one remains, and that winner will receive The Prize. The time: 1985. The place: New York City. The final fight is about to begin, and in the end, there can be only one. | Inspiration for character:
- Among the many ancient artifacts in Macleod`s storeoom is Ramirez`s vest and hat
| Age/Occupation: Immortal
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Christopher Lambert spent time with a dialogue coach, developing an accent which sounded non-specifically foreign
Christopher Lambert had just barely learned to speak English when he took this role. The only other English-speaking film he had been in at point was Greystoke: The Legend of Tarzan, Lord of the Apes (1984), in which he spoke only a few words.
Sean Connery and Christopher Lambert got along so well during filming that they called each other by their characters' names even when they were not filming and it was at Lambert's insistence that Connery and his character returned for the sequel.
The brandy scene with Macleod and Brenda was inspired by Russel Mulcyh`s dinner with Jim Steinman.
Two of the main characters of the film has played different versions of the Mortal Kombat character Rayden. Clancy Brown provided his voice for Rayden in Mortal Kombat: Defenders of the Realm" (1995)
And Christopher Lambert played Lord Rayden in Mortal Kombat (1995), both released the same year. |
| Character Quotes & Catchphrases
- Ramirez: The sensation you are feeling is the quickening.
- Connor MacLeod: Who are you?
- Ramirez: We are the same, Macleod. We are "brother*!
- Connor MacLeod: This cannot be, it`s the devils work
- Ramirez: You cannot die, MacLeod, accept it.
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The thunder god of the Mortal Kombat universe is also a protector of Earthrealm. Raiden commands many supernatural abilities such as the ability to teleport, control over lightning, and flight. As an immortal, he thinks in terms of eternity rather than normal human lifespans and his memories date back to the beginning of time itself. It is unlikely that Raiden can ever be truly killed. Even if his mortal form is destroyed, Raiden will rematerialize some time afterward. He seeks to destroy anyone who tries to harm Earthrealm. | Inspiration for character:
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His wardrobe consisted of a robe which hides his attire from the first game
(his coolie hat was worn only once in the film) | | Resides: | Character connections:
- Video Game: Mortal Kombat
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| Awards
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| | 1996 | BMI Film Music Award | George.S.Clinton | Won |
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| | 1996 | Golden Reel Award | Best Sound Editing -Music
(Foreign & Domestic)
Joanie Diener
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Appears in: Greystoke: The Legendof Tarzan, Lord of the Apes
Date(s): 1984
| | Character back story: A shipping disaster in the 19th Century has stranded a man and woman in the wilds of Africa. The lady is pregnant, and gives birth to a son in their tree house. Soon after, a family of apes stumble across the house and in the ensuing panic, both parents are killed. A female ape takes the tiny boy as a replacement for her own dead infant, and raises him as her son. Twenty years later, Captaine Phillippe D'Arnot discovers the man who thinks he is an ape. Evidence in the tree house leads him to believe that he is the direct descendant of the Earl of Greystoke, and thus takes it upon himself to return the man to civilization. | | Inspiration for character: | | Age/Occupation: | | Personality type: | | Signature look: | | Resides: | | Character connections: | | Fun facts/trivia: |
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| | 1985 | Oscar
| Best Actor in a Supporting Role
- Ralph Richardson
Posthumously.
Best Makeup
Rick Baker
Paul Engelen
- Best Writing, Screenplay Based on Material from Another Medium
Robert Towne
Michael Austin
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| Saturn Award | Best Costumes
Best Fantasy Film | Nominated
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| BAFTA Film Award | Best Make Up Artist
- Paul Engelen
Peter Frampton
Rick Baker
Joan Hills
Best Cinematography
Best Production Design/Art Direction
Best Sound:
- Ivan Sharrock
- Gordon K. McCallum
- Les Wiggins
- Roy Baker
Best Supporting Actor
Best Supporting Actor
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| | 1985 | Technical Achievement Award |
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| | 1984 | Best Cinematography Award | John Alcott | Nominated |
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| | 1985 | César Awards, France | Best Foreign Film (Meilleur film étranger)
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| NYFCC Award | Best Supporting Actor
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| WGA Award (Screen) | Best Screenplay Based on Material from Another Medium
- Robert Towne
- Michael Austin
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