Highlander fans...

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STORYMARK

Tuesday, March 14, 2006 10:24 PM

Don't know how popular Highlander is with Browncoats, but there was a Highlander convention in Scottland over the weekend, where a great deal of info was revealed. I thought I'd share it here with those interested. There are 3 (possibly 4) new HL related projects coming in the next year or so:

The Source: The fifth Highlander movie, written by TV series head writer David Abromowitz(sp), which is set 10-15 years from now, in a semi-apocalyptic future (oil has run out, global communication cut off). There are still few details about the plot, but it involves Duncan, Methos, and Joe teaming up with a group of Immortals to try to discover the source of immortality. The villain is "The Guardian", who is a taloned, blueish-white skinned fellow with super-natural speed, and is Immortal, but not the same "type" of immortal (i.e., the others cannot sense him). A 5 minute reel was shown at the con, which did reveal what fans might consider a big spoiler, so I will hide it:

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It seems that Joe dies in this one

Vengance: The first Highlander Anime film. Also written by Abromowitz, and directed by one of the top anime directors (I forget the name, but he made Vampire Hunter D, and Ninja Scroll). Concerns a new Macleod, Collin, and his quest to kill the roman immortal that led the slaughter of his keltic village. Set roughly 85 years from now, the crux of the story is that Collin has spent the last 1000 years in the sole pursuit of his revenge, and has let his rage consume him. The Roman, on the other hand, has dedicated his life after the massacre to the pursuit of art, and peace. So, after a 1000 years, who's life is the more worthwhile? Peter Wingfield (Methos), Jim Byrnes (Joe) and Valentine Pelka (Kronos) are all doing voices, but not as their original characters, as the film features only all-new characters.

The Game: A Highlander videogame for 360, PS3, PSP and PC, developed by Eidos. A 3rd person adventure game, involving both modern-day levels, as well as flashbacks. Players will likely be able to choose between a male or female character (or create their own on PSP), and will develop their skills RPG style as they collect quickenings. Renegade watchers will be amongst the villains in the game. Methos is the player character's mentor, and will be a part of the game. Not expected to be released untill 2007 at the erliest.

New TV series: Not many details given about this one. What was said is that it would be set modern-day (between Endgame and The Source), will involve all new characters, and would revolve around what happens when immortals are "outed" to the world. Nothing is set in stone, however. The producers have a meeting this week with...wait for it.... FOX, to discuss the proposal.

So, of course, they're probably screwed on that count.

There is also the previosly announced Highlander comic starting this spring, which apparently picks up right after Conner MacLeod defeats the Kurgan in the first film, but follows the TV series continuity in which they were not the last 2 immortals.

So, for Highlander fans, there is a lot to look foreward to (even if it's with apprehension) in the next year.

"I thoroughly disapprove of duels. If a man should challenge me, I would take him kindly and forgivingly by the hand and lead him to a quiet place and kill him."

PENGUIN

Tuesday, March 14, 2006 10:32 PM

There can be only one....

And there should have been only one Highlander movie!

GRIMJACK21502

Tuesday, March 14, 2006 10:40 PM

Awesome post! Thanks for the info.

When Highlander ended, I didn't think I could ever be so bummed about a tv show leaving the air...boy did I set myself up for a kick sqaw in the old gem bag.

We will hold...we hold till Mal gets back.

"And once you're gone, you can never come back
When you're out of the blue and into the black"
-Neil Young

JONUS

Tuesday, March 14, 2006 10:50 PM

Thanks for the info. I'm looking forward to the game and the anime but NO MORE MOVIES! Christopher Lambert ruined them. He's frikkin Swedish or Swiss or whatever and he's playing a Scot? (I'm Scottish so I demand authenticity) I'm a hard-core fan of the series.

I'm a Jedi.
I'm a Ringer.
I'm a BROWNCOAT.

FOURSKYS

Tuesday, March 14, 2006 10:50 PM

Great info. Thanks!

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So, for Highlander fans, there is a lot to look foreward to (even if it's with apprehension) in the next year.

That pretty much says it all, don't it...

COPILOT

Tuesday, March 14, 2006 11:06 PM

Not that I didn't enjoy highlander but it was on the air forever with a different versions and movies. What the heck is that about? A million episodes of a show that was okay and 15 episodes of the greatest show of all time!
Someone somewhere should burn in a very special level of hell!

An I carried such a torch

STORYMARK

Tuesday, March 14, 2006 11:07 PM

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Originally posted by Jonus:
Thanks for the info. I'm looking forward to the game and the anime but NO MORE MOVIES! Christopher Lambert ruined them. He's frikkin Swedish or Swiss or whatever and he's playing a Scot? (I'm Scottish so I demand authenticity) I'm a hard-core fan of the series.

I'm a Jedi.
I'm a Ringer.
I'm a BROWNCOAT.

Lambert's not in this film (Connor being dead and all). Adrian Paul is the star (and Exec. Producer, and fight choreographer, and 2nd unit director). Though, Adrian Paul isn't scottish either (then again, Daniel Craig is the first strictly english guy to play Bond). Though the storyline takes the series in new directions, they say they're trying to maintain the spirit and themes of the series over the movies. Having David A. write it it, IMO, a very good step in that direction.

Oh, and... what's a ringer?

"I thoroughly disapprove of duels. If a man should challenge me, I would take him kindly and forgivingly by the hand and lead him to a quiet place and kill him."

STORYMARK

Tuesday, March 14, 2006 11:11 PM

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Originally posted by copilot:
Not that I didn't enjoy highlander but it was on the air forever with a different versions and movies. What the heck is that about? A million episodes of a show that was okay and 15 episodes of the greatest show of all time!
Someone somewhere should burn in a very special level of hell!

An I carried such a torch

That's a matter of perspective. There are plenty of Highlander fans who think the series was better than "okay" (there were some stinkers, and most of the movies suck, but it was a cool TV show), and believe it or not, there are people who don't like Firefly.

And there were only 121 episodes.

.... okay, not counting the spin-off or horrible cartoon.

"I thoroughly disapprove of duels. If a man should challenge me, I would take him kindly and forgivingly by the hand and lead him to a quiet place and kill him."

COPILOT

Wednesday, March 15, 2006 12:23 AM

Didn't mean to offend anyone but it's like that when I think of any show that was on the air for a long time think Friends not a bad show not an especially good show but it went on for something like ten years. Ten years of self centered whiny 30 somethings who couldn't just grow up and stop being idiots about commitment and sex. I know some people don't like firefly and while I can understand that in an abstract kind of way I still think they're crazy. only 121 episodes does that include Highlander Raven?

An I carried such a torch

COPILOT

Wednesday, March 15, 2006 12:25 AM

Just reread you post and you already answered my Highlander Raven question. There was a cartoon? A kids cartoon? Cause the decapitation thing seems kinda harsh for children.

An I carried such a torch

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