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MATMMar 5, 2022

I know there are many faults with "Highlander", but I can't see them. To me the long tracking shots from off-putting angles are beautiful and the Queen soundtrack makes every scene legendary. I give it an A, make a point to go see this movie.

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CoreGamer1408Apr 14, 2022

The special effects and actions scenes don't hold up in some places, but still a fun action story. I like to anually rewatch this over the years. The tale of a man walking alone through the ages. Seeing all he loved just die around him andThe special effects and actions scenes don't hold up in some places, but still a fun action story. I like to anually rewatch this over the years. The tale of a man walking alone through the ages. Seeing all he loved just die around him and fated to go on (a horrible existence). For me this should of been a one and done. This movie ends the Highlander story satisfyingly enough. Plus the sequels are trash anyway. Oh and that Queen soundtrack adds extra points for sure.… Expand

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MaxyTigersJan 27, 2022

The best movie soundtrack ever and although some aspects don't age well, others do. It's fun, exciting and addictive the action and story keep you entertained throughout. A good once a year watch film, excited for the Henry Cavill remake.The best movie soundtrack ever and although some aspects don't age well, others do. It's fun, exciting and addictive the action and story keep you entertained throughout. A good once a year watch film, excited for the Henry Cavill remake. production 2022.… Expand

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MelodicVirusNov 20, 2022

A farseeing conquest full of charm and peril, Highlander is a film that doesn't attempt to take itself too seriously - and for that reason works incredibly well as an homage to traditional fantasy / swashbuckler movies.
The concept of a manA farseeing conquest full of charm and peril, Highlander is a film that doesn't attempt to take itself too seriously - and for that reason works incredibly well as an homage to traditional fantasy / swashbuckler movies.
The concept of a man who is immortal, and lives across the span of several time periods, is an interesting one. And I would've loved to have seen more of it, but much of the film takes place between 16th century Scotland and a contemporary New York setting. I especially enjoyed the scenes between Christopher Lambert and Sean Connery's characters. You can tell that both stars had a good connection with each other both on and off-stage. Much of the film's strong points can be found with scenes featuring these two.
This film was not without flaws, and there's quite a few to mention. I personally found Christopher Lambert's attempt at a Scottish accent to be unconvincing, and the villain portrayed by Clancy Brown was almost cartoonish with no real incentive to commit bad deeds other than because he can. Despite these characters becoming spiritually old and wiser, their attitudes and personalities never seem to change all that much.
Highlander also has a tendency to introduce certain characters and plot points only to never really focus on them all that much, presumably to pad out the runtime of this admittedly basic plotline. I'd reckon that this film would've been more successful if it was presented as a one-off miniseries as opposed to a full-feature film.
Personally, I recommend this film to those who enjoy swashbuckler or adventure films. There's plenty here to enjoy, just don't lose your head!… Expand

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bigcdawg94Jun 3, 2015

This movie is a game changer. It has the classic mythical sword fighting. It has the sci fi immortal aspect. The villain is iconic ( masterfully played by clancy brown). It is a phenomenal movie and definitely worth a watch even to theThis movie is a game changer. It has the classic mythical sword fighting. It has the sci fi immortal aspect. The villain is iconic ( masterfully played by clancy brown). It is a phenomenal movie and definitely worth a watch even to the skeptical. You will not be disappointed.

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ShekkyMay 3, 2019

this movie is a classic not the most stunning movie but for its time this is a great movie with a good story.

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evokingsApr 7, 2019

This movie is a classic, and there are issues with the film but I like highlander the movie is vary well put together and as an 80s film it's vary rare, there are not many films where the main character has antagonistic qualities if youThis movie is a classic, and there are issues with the film but I like highlander the movie is vary well put together and as an 80s film it's vary rare, there are not many films where the main character has antagonistic qualities if you compare conner to most immortals he is a vary complex character and Lambert has an accent that makes you believe that he has learned many languages so he fits the character well I enjoyed Sean Connery as well both deliver solid performances and the sword fights are spectacular.… Expand

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Highlander372May 10, 2018

Wow, it blows me away by how low the metascore is. This movie is a highly underrated cult classic that should be shown at film school. I love Russell Mulcahy’s camerawork and directing. It makes the movie unique in its own way. I thinkWow, it blows me away by how low the metascore is. This movie is a highly underrated cult classic that should be shown at film school. I love Russell Mulcahy’s camerawork and directing. It makes the movie unique in its own way. I think Christopher Lambert is an underrated actor. He doesn’t get much respect by critics. He does have a couple of cheesy lines in this film but I still love him as MacLeod. In my opinion, Sean Connery as Ramirez was perfect casting choice.… Expand

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timoneAug 22, 2018

''From the dawn of time we came; moving silently down through the centuries, living many secret lives, struggling to reach the time of the Gathering; when the few who remain will battle to the last. No one has ever known we were among you...''From the dawn of time we came; moving silently down through the centuries, living many secret lives, struggling to reach the time of the Gathering; when the few who remain will battle to the last. No one has ever known we were among you... until now.''

Say, remember that I told you about that I hate box office failures? Well, here I am going to tell you about the cult classic Highlander. Now the sword fights really sure reminds me of the King Arthur stories. Christopher Lambert really does fit for the role although he's French. The movie was filmed at Scotland and New York City. I actually thought from Christopher Lambert's character's past was filmed at Cornwall but it's not, it's actually filmed in Scotland. The first fight scene where Macleod fights the immortal, that scene is awesome. I think the beheading scenes really does the sword fight scenes where the characters fight the enemies and then cut their heads after saying the only line ''There can be only one.'' The only best thing about the movie that really impressed me is Kurgan played by Mr Krabs. (Chuckles) Now don't let that bother you. I said Mr Krabs because Mr Krabs is played by Clancy Brown. I think he always plays bad guy roles like Uka Uka from the Crash Bandicoot series, Baron Praxis from Jak 2 and the others. But in Spongebob Squarepants, the only villian who is in it is got to be Plankton, so I'm just putting it out there. So Kurgan is got to be one of my favorite baddies if not the best villian. He really does get a line that I really like are ''There can be only one.'', ''Hello, pretty.'' ''Another time, Macleod!'' and the famous line ''I have something to say! It's better to burn out than to fade away!'' Now this is the line that I have to show my teacher Simon and my friends from Drama Club where I have to say the line by turning around. It is awesome! Sean Connery has a small role in it though cause his character dies because of Kruger the Kurgan after Ramirez helps Conner Macleod out with the sword skills so he can defeat the Kurgan. The songs are by Queen. Queen is one of the greatful music band that ever exist in music history. Their songs are Princes of the Universe, Who Wants To Live Forever and Kind Of Magic. I even heard Christopher Lambert saying the tagline. ''Hey, It's a kind of magic.'' This is a very good film despite the box office bomb but it spawn the sequals and TV series. I'm not sure if I wanted to check out the sequals because I heard pretty bad things about them so I'm gonna end it there. So anyways, if anyone's a fan of Queen I would definitely listen to the songs, the soundtrack from Highlander and watch the film. Go watch it! It is a very underrated and really awesome cult classic! But if you lose your head, it's over.

''Patience, Highlander You have done well. But it'll take time. You are generations being born and dying. You are at one with all living things. Each man's thoughts and dreams are yours to know. You have power beyond imagination. Use it well, my friend.''… Expand

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The3AcademySinsNov 6, 2018

Highlander is a 1980s "B-Movie" cult classic with a little something for everyone. Highlander features fun melodramatic acting, a great Queen soundtrack, memorable characters and story, and action-packed swashbuckling fight scenes. FreddieHighlander is a 1980s "B-Movie" cult classic with a little something for everyone. Highlander features fun melodramatic acting, a great Queen soundtrack, memorable characters and story, and action-packed swashbuckling fight scenes. Freddie Mercury's incredible voice definitely elevates almost every scene in the movie. Sean Connery, Christopher Lambert, Roxane Hart, and Clancy Brown all give career-defining performances. While the script does appear confusing, it's actually simpler than it is made out to be. The lore seems to be there to add flavor rather than to really flesh out the world, which is a flaw that trips up the movie occasionally. It reads a lot like a fantasy story that a little boy would tell. Overall, Highlander is a classic tale of good vs. evil with themes of immortality, love, and horror. The movie is very of the times. If I were to rename this movie, I would call it "1980s Intensifies." This is the pinnacle of 1980s cult movies, and it is well worth a watch, especially with friends!… Expand

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McGillotineJun 30, 2015

Possibly one of the best films of all time and i'm not even joking. Russell Mulcahy's 1986 action flick Highlander is a film with so much raw ambition it is definitely a film worth re watching. The Plot takes place in present day 1986 andPossibly one of the best films of all time and i'm not even joking. Russell Mulcahy's 1986 action flick Highlander is a film with so much raw ambition it is definitely a film worth re watching. The Plot takes place in present day 1986 and Connor Macleod played by Christopher Lambert is one of the few immortals who remain, congregating together in an event known as the gathering to battle to the last for the ultimate prize. Co-staring Clancy Brown and Sean Connery in strong performances as The Kurgan and Ramirez respectfully, a plot that may have seemed absurd on paper just works so cleverly and with a amazing soundtrack by queen the film certainly doesn't disappoint. Where the film is no doubt at time goofy and silly the combination of both add to the films charm and memory, but don't waste your time on the sequels as there can only be one.… Expand

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Kai82May 24, 2020

The classic movie from the eighties. It is hated by many critiques, loved by fans and has an awesome soundtrack with some of the best songs from Queen. It is the story of Connor MacLeod an immortal who was born in the Scottish Highlands 400The classic movie from the eighties. It is hated by many critiques, loved by fans and has an awesome soundtrack with some of the best songs from Queen. It is the story of Connor MacLeod an immortal who was born in the Scottish Highlands 400 years ago. He is in a never-ending battle with other immortals. The winner beheads the other and takes their power. At the end there will be only one and get a reward only know as the price. He is in a personal struggle against his nemesis Kurgan. Kurgan is the one you don't want to have the price because he is an amoral maniac. So far the premise of the movie. It is an interesting concept and unlike every other fantasy movie of its time (or the others are unknown). The movie shows the strengths of this concept as cutbacks to the past are here a powerful tool. You learn about his past life and the struggles of immortality while always being in a fight for survival. The visuals and costumes are excellent but the visuals are even better. The Scottish setting and landscapes are breathtaking and were used in many movies. There are even today guided tours for tourist to movie locations. Together with the memorable characters and fitting story the movie creates an enjoyable setting with great lore. It spawned a franchise with sadly many bad movies. Highlander 2 and Highlander The Source are frequently on the worst films of all time list. For the actors: All are good. Cant go wrong with Sean Connery. Christopher Lambert has his signature role. Clancy Brown is an enjoyable evil villain. Beatie Edney and Roxanne Hart are excellent choices. Then there is the Queen soundtrack. You have the phenomenal good tracks “Princes of the Universe”, “A Kind of Magic”, “Don't lose your Head” and of cause “Who wants to live forever”. I must admit that Queen and Freddie Mercury are in my favorite music list. Overall a really good movie but I must admit this is not for everyone. I could also write a pretty solid negative review instead of all the praise. Watch the movie for yourself to find out. Special Warning: Much of the Highlander franchise is really bad. As fan I can only recommend the TV-Series and The Search for Vengeance. Highlander 3 and Endgame are O.K. for me but no masterpieces.… Expand

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RickAucoinJan 11, 2023

Shocking, yet another movie where the audience rates it positively and the critics score makes it the lowest rated movie and franchise ever. Sure, only the first one was good but still.

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