But there is a good side to the film. Directed by Russell Mulcahy. Duncan MacLeod is Immortal, and must live in modern society, concealing his true nature while fighting other Immortals. Colouring artifacts appear in some places, and it suffers from the same aliasing problems that I mentioned for Highlander 2, although to a lesser extent. This movie has to be seen to be believed. However, there assumptions are not proven. You see, the Immortals come from another planet. It contradicts the entire HIGHLANDER mythos, and thus was ignored in every other sequel and television series that followed. Lancelot falls in love with Guinevere, who is due to be married to King Arthur. Immortal Katherine's village was decimated 700 years ago at the orders of another Immortal. Christopher Lambert looks like the guy from the painting in Ghostbusters 2, which makes watching Highlander 2 even sadder because it sucks so much and Ghostbusters 2 is so awesome. Directed by Richard Martin. The film begins with subtext explaining that the year is 2024. Duncan MacLeod and his fellow Immortals quest to locate the Grail of their world. Chris Makrozahopoulos . Industrial pollution has destroyed the Earth's ozone layer, thus leaving the Earth at the mercy of the sun's rays. Rated R for strong violence, and some sexuality and language, How Total Recall Brought a Memorable Villain to Life, Sean Connery Appreciation: Screen Legend Left Audiences Shaken, Stirred, as Bond and Beyond, Netflix's Last Days of American Crime Scores Rare 0% on Rotten Tomatoes, Forever Immortal: 30 Years of 'Highlander', 20 Years Ago It Was Like This... (Part 2). Immortals Connor and Duncan MacLeod must join forces against Kell, an evil immortal who has become too strong for anyone to face alone. Highlander. "Whatever that means.NOTE: There are two versions of the film. Following that, we're back to Earth in the year 2024. Will British actor Henry Cavill return to the role of Superman? The Quickening version runs 89 minutes, while the Renegade version runs 109.HIGHLANDER II: THE QUICKENING by Russell Mulcahy. The second "Highlander" movie, again with Christopher Lambert and Sir Sean Connery. With Christopher Lambert, Adrian Paul, Bruce Payne, Lisa Barbuscia. The film has also been completely re-edited. While a loyal fan of the Highlander movies and TV series, I wish the second movie had remained with the outline of the first film and not brought in a totally extraneous and questionable subplot. The year is 2024, and MacLeod is now a mortal old man. Highlander II: The Quickening. Acording to the documentary 'Highlander 2': Seduced by Argentina (2004), the failure of the movie was partially a result of the interference of the company InterStar Releasing Corporation, in the job of the director and the producers, and also by Argentina's economic troubles. While that remains a big if, for fans and the DC Universe, the actor is looking to get immortal in the interim. In the year 2024, the ozone layer is believed to have been destroyed. And the reputation of the first good film suffered. The film begins on Earth in the year 1999. It is up to MacLeod and Rameriz to set things right. Directed by Douglas Aarniokoski. Deceived that he had won the Prize, Connor MacLeod awakens from a peaceful life when an entombed immortal magician comes seeking the Highlander. Lies!And if you believe that, I've got some $200,000 property for you down in sunny North Carolina.Connor MacLeod, the main character of the original film (played by Christopher Lambert), is old and dying. The last dragon and a disillusioned dragonslaying Knight must cooperate to stop an evil King, who was given partial immortality. "Highlander 2: The Quickening" is the most hilariously incomprehensible movie I've seen in many a long day - a movie almost awesome in its badness. Deceived that he had won the Prize, Connor MacLeod awakens from a peaceful life when an entombed immortal magician comes seeking the Highlander. John and his illegally pregnant wife are inside but want to escape before birth. 4.5 out of 5 stars. | Synopsis In the words of the Immortal Ramirez, "If you can summon it all up, at one time, in one place, you can accomplish something glorious. With Adrian Paul, Elizabeth Gracen, Peter Wingfield, Jim Byrnes. Written by But for some reason, he needs help. View production, box office, & company info. Parents Guide, Chris Makrozahopoulos . What are the differences between the "Quickening" and "Renegade" cuts of this movie? MacLeod is also aided by Louise Marcus, an environmental activist that believes the ozone layer as repaired itself and "the shield" is no longer necessary. Then, it heads off to the planet Zeist 500 years before. Connor Macleod and Juan Sanchez Villa-Lobos Ramirez return in this all action sequel to Highlander (1986). Highlander: Endgame is a 2000 American fantasy action film directed by Doug Aarniokoski and starring Adrian Paul, Christopher Lambert, Bruce Payne and Lisa Barbuscia.It is the fourth theatrical release in the Highlander film series and it serves as a continuation of both the Highlander film from 1986 and the Highlander television series (including the latter's spin-off Highlander: The Raven). As for the series, listed are, in chronological order, regular cast, recurring cast as well as guest cast credited in the opening credits.Guest actors … But, since there isn't anyone left who's Immortal after MacLeod's victory in the previous movie, he has stopped being an Immortal. It's the year 2024, and all of the ozone above Earth is gone. Starring: Adrian Paul , Stan Kirsch and Jim Byrnes. MacLeod's still alive. Immortals don't come from nowhere, they come from the planet Zeist. (241) IMDb 4.3 1 h 49 min 1991 R. It's 2024 and MacLeod (Christopher Lambert) and Ramirez (Sean Connery) are back to save planet Earth. Come sit with me as we experience the Quickening. | Then came Highlander 2, a film which deserved its place on the Bottom 100 and the nadir of Sean Connery's career. Alfie Evan Allen (born 12 September 1986) is an English actor. The second "Highlander" movie, again with Christopher Lambert and Sir Sean Connery. Title: An immortal Scottish swordsman must confront the last of his immortal opponent, a murderously brutal barbarian who lusts for the fabled "Prize". Ramirez trains the young Quentin Macleod (The Highlander) and prepares him for his future and current battles against the sinister immortals in the world. Highlander II: The Quickening Prime Video. ... Highlander II: The Quickening (1991) Full Cast & Crew. An immortal Scottish swordsman must confront the last of his immortal opponent, a murderously brutal barbarian who lusts for the fabled "Prize". Ozone depletion, time travel and corporate greed are at the core of all the thrilling twists and turns in this stylish action sequel. In the future, Highlander Connor MacLeod must prevent the destruction of Earth under an anti-ozone shield. I think Ebert said it best in his review of the film: he describes HIGHLANDER II as being "a movie almost awesome in its badness". He is best known for playing Theon Greyjoy in the HBO series Game of Thrones (2011-2019). You see, the Immortals come from another planet. I'd say the film is pretty much divided between being on Earth in 2024 and Zeist 500 years before, but I think it was meant to be on Earth in 2024.Now that that's cleared up ...Imagine, if you will, that most of what they told us in the original HIGHLANDER was crap. On the other hand, maybe that's too high a price to pay. It is the second installment in the Highlander film series, and transitions the fantasy of the first film into science fiction. Highlander is an American-British film and television franchise created by Gregory Widen.The series began with a 1986 fantasy film starring Christopher Lambert, who played Connor MacLeod, the titular Highlander.Born in Glenfinnan in the Scottish Highlands in the 16th century, MacLeod is one of a number of immortals empowered by an energy called the Quickening and only able to die if beheaded. Now she and her mortal lover are finally in a position to take revenge. However, the world has become a very dead planet since the creation of "the shield", an artifical ozone layer, of which MacLeod supervised construction. So the producers paid Sean Connery $3.5 million. So he sends his two retarded minions to kill MacLeod. However, the world has become a very dead planet since the creation of "the shield", an artifical ozone layer, of which MacLeod supervised construction. 7 years after the original Fortress movie, Brennick along with the rebels are captured and sent to a new, more sophisticated fortress prison, in outer space. How awesome do you hear that? Added to Watchlist. You must be a registered user to use the IMDb rating plugin. Highlander 2 1991. The year is 2024, and MacLeod is now a mortal old man. Taglines From The Way of the Dragon to Minari, we take a look back at the cinematic history of Asian/Pacific American filmmakers. Prepare to experience one of the most spectacular cinematic adventures...It's 2024 and MacLeod (Christopher Lambert) and Ramirez (Sean Connery) are back to save planet Earth. But in 2024, the world is a dark dungheap, and MacLeod's pretty much to blame.Now let's go back to the planet Zeist. | Ah, friends. Ozone depletion, time travel and corporate greed are at the core of all the thrilling twists and turns in this stylish action sequel. Dubious Distinctions: IMDb's Original Bottom 100, Chris Makrozahopoulos . With Christopher Lambert, Sean Connery, Clancy Brown, Roxanne Hart. The power of their lifeforce makes him young once again and free to kiss terrorist Louise Marcus (Virginia Madsen) and then try to take down the world's anti-Ozone shield. But that's exactly what HIGHLANDER II is: almost awesome in its badness.It may be one of the worst films ever made, and it may be the worst sequel, but it is also a very fun and frequently (unintentionally) funny film. Highlander 2: The Quickening is the most hilariously incomprehensible movie I've seen in many a long day -- a movie almost awesome in its badness. In the future, Highlander Connor MacLeod must prevent the destruction of Earth under an anti-ozone shield. Duncan MacLeod is Immortal, and must live in modern society, concealing his true nature while fighting other Immortals. The second "Highlander" movie, again with Christopher Lambert and Sir Sean Connery. The only reason I gave this movie 4 stars in the fact I am just a big highlander fan, and Christopher Lambert fan, but honestly this is a really a 2 star movie. MacLeod's old nemesis from the past (General Katana) travels into the future to kill Connor once and for all. S1, Ep2 10 Oct. 1992 Directed by: Dennis Berry and Paolo Barzman. Immortals Connor and Duncan MacLeod must join forces against Kell, an evil immortal who has become too strong for anyone to face alone. Included with your IMDb TV subscription. Aspect Ratio : 2.35:1 Is Discontinued By Manufacturer : No MPAA rating : s_medR R (Restricted) Product Dimensions : 7.75 x 5.25 x 0.5 inches; 4 Ounces Director : Russell Mulcahy Media Format : AC-3, Closed-captioned, Color, Widescreen, NTSC, Letterboxed, THX Run time : 1 hour and 31 minutes Release date : October 23, 2001 Out of 5 movies in this franchise, numbers 2 and 5 are of concern. It turns out that MacLeod was banished from a distant past with his mentor Ramirez. Also, and this goes for the first Highlander too, having Sean Connery play an Egyptian guy in a Scottish movie is like having him play a horse in Braveheart. To protect people from dying, MacLeod helped in the construction of a giant "shield", several years ago. Favorite animated TV show based on a movie? Now he is just an old man, until one day some other Immortals arrive on our planet. Even the series didn't do that. Was this review helpful to you? Then we can battle the evil Katana and save Zeist from ... from what?This is the effect of HIGHLANDER II.HIGHLANDER II: THE QUICKENING is set in the future. Duncan Macleod, an IMMORTAL who lives quietly with his girlfriend, Tessa, will have to deal with a young man who tries to steal his antiquities store and an evil rival immortal who wants to take his head, forcing him to return to THE GAME. While a loyal fan of the Highlander movies and TV series, I wish the second movie had remained with the outline of the first film and not brought in a totally extraneous and questionable subplot. Oh yeah, the ozone's healed, by the way.So then Katana comes to Earth to kill MacLeod, who is suddenly super-cool and ready to kill Katana. Outlander is an historical drama television series based on the ongoing novel series of the same name by Diana Gabaldon.Developed by Ronald D. Moore, the show premiered on August 9, 2014, on Starz.It stars Caitriona Balfe as Claire Randall, a married former World War II military nurse in Scotland who, in 1945, finds herself transported back to 1743. As someone else said about that film: "don't break every rule you set up in the first film." Behold! Well, at least, I think it is. 104. #2 suddenly brings in an another planet, time travel and a somewhat convoluted plot. An electromagnetic shield has thus been set up since 1999 to protect the world from the Sun.However, a small group has believed that the ozone layer has repaired itself and that the shield is now moot. Meanwhile, a violent warlord tries to seize power from Arthur and his Knights of the Round Table. To protect people from dying, MacLeod helped in the construction of a giant "shield", several years ago. Out of 5 movies in this franchise, numbers 2 and 5 are of concern. We've rounded up our most anticipated new and returning TV shows you can't miss, all premiering in summer 2021. Highlander 2 is a really cool sci-fi movie. The following is a list of cast members who portrayed characters appearing in the movies and series of the Highlander franchise. The second "Highlander" movie, again with Christopher Lambert and Sir Sean Connery. Then, it heads off to the planet Zeist 500 years before. It's the year 2024, and all of the ozone above Earth is gone. The entire original HIGHLANDER movie was lies! Directed by Andrew Morahan. Buenos Aires, Federal District, Argentina. The writing of “Highlander II”, for better or worse, is thoroughly baffling. The extremely elderly MacLeod somehow starts dancing around like Dean Martin and beheads both of them. His older sister is … Highlander 2. General Katana (Michael Ironside) is pretty pissed. Directed by Russell Mulcahy | Starring: Sean Connery , Virginia Madsen , John C. McGinley , Christopher Lambert. The primary plot involves a massive energy dome that has been constructed to protect society from the sun, constructed after massive casualties sustained once the ozone suddenly depletes. According to a report from Deadline. When an escort girl is found dead in the offices of a Japanese company in Los Angeles, detectives Web Smith and John Connor act as liaison between the company's executives and the investigating cop Tom Graham. #2 suddenly brings in an another planet, time travel and a somewhat convoluted plot. An immortal Scottish swordsman faces off with other immortal warriors in order to obtain a coveted ability. The director's cut has been re-named the "Renegade Version" and changes much of the film's story. Want to share IMDb's rating on your own site? The film begins on Earth in the year 1999. Keep track of everything you watch; tell your friends. If we both stick our hands into a puddle of orange, shiny goo, we'll be shocked, and yet, united. But, since there isn't anyone left who's Immortal after MacLeod's victory in the previous movie, he has stopped being an Immortal. People like to compare it with the other Highlander movies and if you do it seems out of place with continuity issues (Highlander is an alien in this one for instance, and immortals can come back from the dead). * 1/2 out of ****. Highlander II: The Quickening is a 1991 science fiction film directed by Russell Mulcahy and starring Christopher Lambert, Virginia Madsen, Michael Ironside and Sean Connery. It's the year 2024, and all of the ozone above Earth is gone. HIGHLANDER II: THE QUICKENING is set in the future. Awards & Events. 83 of 100 people found this review helpful. Highlander 2: The Quickening. Plot Keywords Watch now: Free with Ads. Highlander (I) Action, Fantasy, Sci-Fi. In a future, private underground prison/Fortress, the inmates are computer controlled with CCTV, dream readers and devices that can cause pain or death. But, since there isn't anyone left who's Immortal after MacLeod's victory in the previous movie, he has stopped being an Immortal. Actor | John Wick. To protect people from dying, MacLeod helped in the construction of a giant "shield", several years ago. When, in 1999, the Earth's ozone layer was nearly completely gone, MacLeod created The Shield Corporation, which then created a shield which would protect the Earth from the sun's violent rays. Well, at least, I think it is. View production, box office, & company info. It turns out that MacLeod was banished from a distant past with his mentor Ramirez. However, the world has become a very dead planet since the creation of "the shield", an artifical … With Christopher Lambert, Adrian Paul, Bruce Payne, Lisa Barbuscia. What to Watch Latest Trailers IMDb TV IMDb Originals IMDb Picks IMDb Podcasts. Allen was born in Hammersmith, London, the son of film producer Alison Owen and Welsh-born actor Keith Allen. With Christopher Lambert, Mario Van Peebles, Deborah Kara Unger, Mako. To protect people from dying, MacLeod helped in the construction of a giant "shield", several years ago. Use the HTML below. (1991). The theatrical version, called the Quickening, has just been reviewed here. Now he is just an old man, until one day some other Immortals arrive on our planet. A female Immortal and thief tries to redeem herself with the help of an ex-cop. Highlander is a 1986 British fantasy action-adventure film directed by Russell Mulcahy and based on a story by Gregory Widen.It stars Christopher Lambert, Roxanne Hart, Clancy Brown, and Sean Connery.The film chronicles the climax of an ages-old war between immortal warriors, depicted through interwoven past and present-day storylines. Now he is just an old man, until one day some other Immortals arrive on our planet. With Adrian Paul, Stan Kirsch, Jim Byrnes, Peter Wingfield. Video quality is not very good. You see, the Immortals come from another planet. Immortals Connor and Duncan MacLeod must join forces against Kell, an evil immortal who has become too strong for anyone to face alone. Directed by (1) Writing credits (4) Cast (55) Produced by (13) Music by (1) Cinematography by (1) Film Editing by (3) Casting By (3) Connor Macleod and Juan Sanchez Villa-Lobos Ramirez return in this all action sequel to Highlander (1986). It's the year 2024, and all of the ozone above Earth is gone. Add to Watchlist. Juan Sanchez Villa-Lobos Ramirez is resurrected from the dead and comes back (for nine minutes of screen time) to help MacLeod shut down the shield.If you haven't figured it out by now, HIGHLANDER II is completely messed-up.I haven't seen a sequel this bad in who knows how long.

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