Connor MacLeod is a character thanks to whom moviegoers who prefer science fiction learned about the existence of such an actor as Christopher Lambert. The filmography of the star includes over 70 films belonging to various genres. However, it was the fairy-tale heroes embodied by Christopher on the screen that made him famous and presented the role. What pictures with his participation are worthy of attention, what was the path to success?
Curriculum Vitae
Christopher Lambert, a filmography whose biography indicates ups and downs, was born in 1957. The joyful event took place in New York. The professional activity of his father, who was at that time an employee of the UN, was the reason that forced the family to move first to Geneva, then to Paris.
The acting profession is the goal that young Christopher has been pursuing since childhood, not missing the opportunity to play in school performances. The choice of the heir to his father seemed frivolous, so he forced his son to serve in the army, then acquire an economist diploma.
Despite the obstacles, a great movie remained a dream, the fulfillment of which was confidently approached by Christopher Lambert. Films, the roles in which he managed to get from 22 years old, were not initially popular, did not bring the desired fame to the actor. This continued until 1984.
Christopher Lambert: filmography of the star
“Greystoke: The Legend of Tarzan, Lord of the Apes” - the first picture, thanks to which the abilities of the actor were noticed. More than 400 actors sought to play John Clayton, but Christopher Lambert was chosen as the creators of the project. His filmography actually began with this fabulous image, which became possible due to the outward resemblance of a young man to a forest savage.
The plot of the tape tells the story of a fantastic boy, by the will of fate brought up by a tribe of monkeys. Having met people, Tarzan reaches into their society, not yet knowing the secret of his own origin. The picture was based on the saga of the adventures of the forest god, written by Edgar Burroughs.
The brightest role
The image of John Clayton earned the approval of the audience, but did not prove to be the most significant role played by Christopher Lambert. The filmography of the actor in 1986 was enriched by the Highlander ribbon, which gave him the status of a superstar. It was the role of the immortal Connor MacLeod that made Christopher one of the cult action figures.
The central character of the picture, played by Lambert, becomes the Scot, who returned from the dead after the battle in 1536. The mentor tells Connor about his connection with the powerful immortal race, whose representatives can only be killed by decapitation. Of course, a hero with supernatural powers has an enemy. Their battle, which began in the Middle Ages, is being waged in modern Manhattan. The outcome of the battle will determine whether humanity will survive.
Other science fiction films
Most fans like Christopher Lambert exactly as a fighter. The films "Mortal Kombat", "Steep Trunks", "Fortress" gained immense popularity, increasing the army of devoted fans of the actor.
The plot of "Mortal Kombat" is borrowed from the computer game of the same name. The ancient tournament, where the best warriors had long fought, was in the control of a wizard who came from the other world. Shang Tsung sets himself the main goal - to destroy the world, plunging it into eternal chaos. The rescue of people entrusted to the three strongest fighters, Christopher Lambert also participates in the operation. The filmography of the actor replenished with the vivid role of Ryden.
"Fortress" - a picture whose action takes place in 2013. Natural resources are coming to an end, there is a serious problem of overpopulation. Women are not allowed to give birth to more than one child, even if the infant dies. A married couple loses their firstborn, decide to re-conceive. Such a decision leads them to a terrible prison, escape from which is impossible.
Unusual actor roles
Action movies, science fiction, thrillers - these genres are not limited to the paintings of McCloud, and Christopher Lambert does not ignore other films. The full filmography of the star also includes intellectual cinema, comedy. Spectators who want a good laugh can pay attention to the French comedy “Arlette”. This is the story of a provincial young lady who suddenly turns into a wealthy heiress. Former partners of the father send to the girl the "handsome prince", who must conquer her and make her his wife.
Viewers who prefer intellectual cinema can pay attention to the French drama "Underground". The main character specializes in breaking safes, until special documents happen to be in his possession. Papers and Fred himself become a hunt for the true owners.
The group of actors who are actively filming includes Christopher Lambert. The filmography of the star is constantly being "supplemented" thanks to new paintings. It is possible that the best roles are ahead.