My Dad introduced me to Highlander.... I was 15, long haired... full of rebellion and lust for women... It was a late Saturday and we both were home alone. I kept repeating how bored I was and how I had nothing to do. He was flipping channels and bored as well... just probably sick of hearing my crap up until then...
I was grabbing a drink and heard Queen coming from the TV. Intrigued, I stuck my head out into the living room and beheld my Father's intent gaze... With a smile, he said those fateful words...
"Have you ever seen Highlander?"
I replied that I hadn't, but had heard a little bit about it and seen a few episodes of the show... but that was it. His reply was classic...
"Well then stop B*tching, sit your *ss down and watch one of the greatest movies ever made...."
I sat back with my Dad as we watched the story unfold. Instantly I was amazed at the craziness of the villian, the sadness in the story, and that wonderful music.... It was one of the most memorable moments I've ever had with my Dad and we've actually made it into a little Father's Day tradition from that year on.
I would never forget Connery as Ramirez, Clancy as THE KURGAN, or Lambert as Connor. They all captivated me, every character perfectly played.... And to this day, each of those actors is best remembered by me for those parts... well... Maybe not Connery (Still best in Dr No
). But one thing was for certain, from that moment on I was a Highlander fan.... and I always will be.
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