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Highlander [DVD] [1986]

DVD ~ Sean Connery
4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (39 customer reviews)

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Highlander [DVD] [1986] 4.2 out of 5 stars (39)
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  • Actors: Sean Connery, Edward Wiley, Christopher Lambert, Roxanne Hart, Clancy Brown
  • Directors: Russell Mulcahy
  • Format: Anamorphic, Dubbed, PAL, Widescreen
  • Language English
  • Subtitles: Dutch, French
  • Region: Region 2 (This DVD may not be viewable outside Europe. Read more about DVD formats.)
  • Aspect Ratio: 1.85:1
  • Number of discs: 1
  • Classification: 15
  • Studio: Warner Home Video
  • DVD Release Date: 12 Mar 2001
  • Run Time: 111 minutes
  • Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (39 customer reviews)
  • ASIN: B000056QAG
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 17,485 in DVD (See Bestsellers in DVD)

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This 1986 fantasy/action thriller has since spawned two sequels, a TV series, numerous comic-book spin-offs, and a loyal (if somewhat oddly obsessive) following of fans. Directed by music-video veteran Russell Mulcahy (which explains the dizzying camera work and soundtrack contributions from Queen), the original theatrical release made a hash of an intriguing story about an "Immortal" from 16th-century Scotland (Christopher Lambert) who time-leaps to modern-day America with his arch-enemy (Clancy Brown) in hot pursuit. It becomes a battle to the death (yes, Immortals can die) and Lambert seeks survival training from an Immortal mentor played by Sean Connery. Highlander is dazzling, energetic and altogether confusing. --Jeff Shannon


Video Description

DVD Special Features:

Trailer
Photo/Poster Albums
Chapter Search
Filographies
Languages: English, Italian, Spanish
Subtitles: French, Dutch

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14 of 14 people found the following review helpful:
3.0 out of 5 stars DISSAPOINTING RE-RELEASE OF A CLASSIC., 7 Jul 2004
Being a Historian and a film buff i have quite a soft spot for this film.
Highlander is indeed a great picture and fits in quite comfortably with the likes of Bladerunner, The Terminator, and Alien as a retro classic.
Whoever oversaw the DVD release of Highlander did not however, share these sentiments.
What we have here is essentially the VHS edition pressed onto disk.
There is no discernable improvement with the picture and sound quality, no commentary, no worthwhile extra's save an interveiw with Christopher Lambert....in French!, and worst of all, the 15 minutes of film that were brutally hacked off in the editing process are still missing.
That said, Highlander is still a good purchace, and if by some miracle the film gets the attention it deserves and is blessed with a ' directors cut ' , add two stars.
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13 of 13 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Unique and underapreciated, 6 Oct 2002
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I thought that the way in which the director transitions from modern day (well 1985) New York to the Highlands of Scotland in the 16th Centruy was done particularly well.

The flashbacks give you real understanding, at the time you need them so that there are questions to be answered, but so that you are not left in confusion. You gain a real feeling and understanding for Connor Macleod's life. And his character is developed as well as you could hope for a mainstream film of 1985. In fact, better.

Christopher Lambert does amazingly well at pulling off a Scottish accent, especially taking into account that he could not speak English at all before beginning this film.

This is an original and unique film that has unfortunately been destroyed through many a terrible spin off. If you try to ignore and forget that there is anything but Highlander 1, the original, then this film should be remembered. It is one of a kind, covering the genres of action, love, pain and questions if we could truly deal with living forever. It's definately worth watching.

Like I said...just my humble opinion

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11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:
3.0 out of 5 stars Great Film - Shame About The Sound, 9 Dec 2001
By A Customer
What more can I say. The film is great - One of the best from the 80s. If you have seen it you know what I mean. If you haven't seen it add it to you shopping basket NOW.

Now onto the sound. If you have a DD 5.1 system don't buy this film for the sound. It has been converted from Stereo but not very well. The sub does hardly any work at all. A shame as there are some great opportunities in the film with all of the sword fights and explosions.

Summary - Great film but don't expect any DD 5.1 kind of magic.

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1.0 out of 5 stars Is this a comedy?
There can only be one." And that is one too many in my opinion. This dated movie was a major hit in 1986 for some bizarre reason. Read more
Published 10 months ago by Brendan O. Clarke

2.0 out of 5 stars Should be left in the 80's
I remember this film with nostalgia, it was one of the first action films I saw when I was a kid, and the plot it intriguing. Read more
Published on 7 Sep 2007 by Sandman

5.0 out of 5 stars An excellent 80s cult classic.
The Highlander franchise is one of those that can easily slip without being seen these days, after several comeback attempts, spin offs, two television outings and an animated... Read more
Published on 7 Jun 2007 by Owen A. Manby

5.0 out of 5 stars HIGHLANDER I'm Connor Mac Cloud of the Clan Mac Cloud
Highlander a unique film . A Highland warrior Connor Mac Cloud of the Clan Mac Cloud who cannot die. Highly evocative the Scottish scene shots. Read more
Published on 4 Feb 2007 by Steveclark

1.0 out of 5 stars save your money
i found this film for one ninety nine, and thats about as much as its worth...you know how some 80s movies stand the test of time...well this one doesn't... Read more
Published on 18 May 2006 by Ms. Holly R. Hughes

3.0 out of 5 stars Top Class highland fun
I would say this Highlander is the best of all the series. My firm believe is they should of left this as a one off. Some movies today work with sequels this one did not. Read more
Published on 13 April 2006 by G. A. Collins

5.0 out of 5 stars There should be only one!
Scotish Sean Connery plays an Egptian from the Spannish court with a Soticsh accent. Frenchman Christopher Lambert plays a Scotsman with a slightly French accent and Clancy Brown... Read more
Published on 6 Jan 2006 by Mr. Andrew Moore

4.0 out of 5 stars Perhaps a little dated?
I have a special place in my collection for this film, I put it down to my age of about 12 the time I first saw it and the ideas it gives a child with wild imagination at that... Read more
Published on 22 Oct 2005 by mr_random

4.0 out of 5 stars The original.
I am a Highlander virgin, in the sense that I don't know the films or the series and only have a vague idea what it is about. Read more
Published on 12 May 2004 by Mr. A. P. Venables

5.0 out of 5 stars The original and best
Highlander, where do you start? I only got into these movies about two years ago and I'm now what you'd call a dedicated (albeit slightly obsessive) fan. Read more
Published on 14 Feb 2004 by Luke Howe

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