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Rob Roy (1995) -- Liam Neeson and Jessica Lange battle evil landowners among the breathtaking landscapes of the majestic Scottish Highlands in this riveting adventure of courage, love and uncompromising honor.
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Writer:
Alan Sharp (screenplay)
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Release Date:
7 April 1995 (USA) more
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Honor made him a man. Courage made him a hero. History made him a Legend
Plot:
In the highlands of Scotland in the 1700s, Rob Roy tries to lead his small town to a better future,... more | add synopsis
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Nominated for Oscar. Another 2 wins & 2 nominations more
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Cast

  (Cast overview, first billed only)

Liam Neeson ... Robert Roy MacGregor

Jessica Lange ... Mary MacGregor

John Hurt ... Montrose

Tim Roth ... Archibald Cunningham

Eric Stoltz ... Alan MacDonald
Andrew Keir ... Duke of Argyll

Brian Cox ... Killearn
Brian McCardie ... Alasdair McGregor
Gilbert Martin ... Will Guthrie
Vicki Masson ... Betty
Gilly Gilchrist ... Iain

Jason Flemyng ... Gregor
Ewan Stewart ... Coll
David Hayman ... Sibbald
Brian McArthur ... Ranald McGregor
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MPAA:
Rated R for violence and sexuality.
Runtime:
139 min | Spain:133 min
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Appearing in this film netted Tim Roth his biggest paycheck up to that date. more
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Continuity: After Rob kills Archibald by slicing his shoulder there is no blood on his sword. more
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Duke of Argyll: So, Mr. Cunningham, what are these principle sins that distress your mother? Dice? Drink? Or are you a buggerer of boys?
Archibald Cunningham: It is years, Your Grace, since I buggered a boy... And in my own defense, I must add, I thought him a girl at the moment of entry.
Duke of Argyll: [laughs] Do you hear that, Will? Young Cunningham here was unable to tell arse from quim. What say you to that?
Will Guthrie: I've heard that many Englishmen have that same difficulty.
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Featured in Scotland on Screen (2009) (TV) more

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Is their any particular reason why Alan McDonald misses when he fires his gun at Archibald Cunningham?
What are the differences between the British BBFC-15 version and the uncut version?
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26 out of 38 people found the following comment useful.
Sword Fighting is Hard, 11 October 2005
8/10
Author: Chewbacca_42 from United States

Overshadowed by "Braveheart" released the same year, the two costume dramas beg comparison. I admit my bias against Mel Gibson, yet I maintain a rational preference for "Rob Roy." Both "Braveheart" and "Rob Roy" compellingly depict Scots history in bloody, romantic fashion. "Braveheart" is an epic paean to individual honor and courage and a fine revenge fantasy. It's also melodramatic, anachronistic and maudlin. Note its cornball usage of slow motion filming. Its violence is both ugly and glorious. It is the latter quality which makes it more appealing to the adolescent mindset. While "Braveheart" surpasses "Rob Roy" in sheer levels of carnage (not to mention its indulgent running time), the latter film is ultimately more mature and satisfying. Its action is more understated, yet more surprising and clever. Its sex is less showy, yet more erotic. "Rob Roy" also has a better realized romantic interest. Its dialog attempts to approximate the poetry of the period. Its rotted teeth in the mouths of the actors attempt to approximate the dentistry of the era. And Tim Roth is a superlative villain. Also recommended: "The Last of the Mohicans" and "The Patriot." You may find the latter more akin to "Braveheart" with its emphasis on blood lust, with the former more similar to "Rob Roy" in tone. All the of the aforementioned movies merit their R ratings for violence.

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