Sean Connery: Fame, James Bond, and Controversy

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  • Опубликовано: 20 янв 2025

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  • @Biographics
    @Biographics  Год назад +16

    Check out Karl's channels:
    www.youtube.com/@UCaR-e8ComPih10DqPi3sdWg
    www.youtube.com/@UCtrzkwlnKfS9knQ-zuwYBLQ
    www.youtube.com/@UCLJvIXTMM7bjZ5-ju8xckJg

    • @danielsantiagourtado3430
      @danielsantiagourtado3430 Год назад

      Already doing so guys!😊😊😊😊

    • @Adelink_lol
      @Adelink_lol Год назад

      Already starting to getting used to Kyle as the host; he's so laid back haha

    • @Adelink_lol
      @Adelink_lol Год назад

      *KARL, sorry, I know someone called Kyle and it confused me

    • @selfiekroos1777
      @selfiekroos1777 Год назад

      Not mentioning Indiana Jones and King Arthur as well as mildly talking about Entrapment is bushleague

    • @WeedsComedy
      @WeedsComedy 10 месяцев назад

      😮😮😮😮🎉😊

  • @AvidCat5000
    @AvidCat5000 Год назад +87

    The man was Bond, King Arthur, and the Highlander's mentor. The man was legendary.

  • @PinkyJujubean
    @PinkyJujubean Год назад +59

    My cousin and his wife sometimes get in these heated arguments and my cousin will make it worse by arguing in a near perfect Sean Connery voice. It's so funny

  • @laranaarana
    @laranaarana Год назад +9

    You forgot to mention the movies Outland, Time Bandits, Meteor, Rising Sun, Entrapment, Dragon Heart (voice), Finding Forrester, The Longest Day, Zardoz, Cuba, A Bridge Too Far and several others.

  • @Jayjay-qe6um
    @Jayjay-qe6um Год назад +11

    "I am not an Englishman, I was never an Englishman, and I don't ever want to be one. I am a Scotsman! I waw Scotsman and I will always be one." -- Sean Connery

  • @trumpetmom8924
    @trumpetmom8924 Год назад +22

    I knew Connery as Bond, but better in Hunt for Red October. But you didn’t mention his one Spielberg/Lucas film- Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade. Definitely a supporting role, but, for me anyway, a very memorable one.

    • @matthewrosenthal753
      @matthewrosenthal753 Год назад +1

      He actually got the role of Henry Jones, Sr. because the production and the writers said “who could be Indiana Jones’ father, and one of them said James Bond. So they hired Sean Conery.

  • @buckybryan550
    @buckybryan550 Год назад +8

    The first movie I saw Connery in was Darby O'Gill and the Little People. Watched that as a kid so many times I lost count.

    • @Liamthewaldo
      @Liamthewaldo Год назад

      Connery was actually the last living person from that film which is weird to think

  • @frankboogaard88
    @frankboogaard88 Год назад +7

    I am disappointed that Zardoz is not even mentioned, since, in my opinion, that was an awesome movie.

  • @Panthror
    @Panthror Год назад +41

    Sean Connery played an Egyptian in service to the Spanish crown with a Scottish accent in Highlander, that has to be the weirdest choice ever. Also: Why was Highlander not mentioned in this bio?

    • @deejaysyn420
      @deejaysyn420 Год назад

      I KNOW RIGHT. was so expecting it to be

    • @ChandlerBiloxi
      @ChandlerBiloxi Год назад

      Especially after the litany of other lacks of accents

    • @usonumabeach300
      @usonumabeach300 Год назад +2

      Don't forget his apprentice was a French man playing a Scot

    • @shawnratashak1296
      @shawnratashak1296 Год назад

      I agree. How can you do a story about Sean Connery without mentioning Highlander. I also noticed the exclusion of Indiana Jones and Last Crusade.

    • @cyborgchicken3502
      @cyborgchicken3502 Год назад

      ​@@usonumabeach300 and an American was playing a Russian

  • @seandobson499
    @seandobson499 Год назад +8

    For me, as an old soldier, the two best films Sean Connery ever made were The Hill, in which he gave a great performance alongside Harry Andrews, who was a great actor as a Sergeant-Major, bust and imprisoned for cowardice and as Sergeant Daniel Carnahan in The Man who would be King, both were great pieces of acting.

  • @maxdevlin4349
    @maxdevlin4349 Год назад +93

    I think you are doing a great job, Simon can't be everywhere...

  • @chickendrawsdogs3343
    @chickendrawsdogs3343 Год назад +13

    To this day I always say "Junior" the same way he called Indiana Jones in Last Crusade, it's just that catchy.

    • @pedenmk
      @pedenmk Год назад

      YES Quite catchy bloke.

  • @ststclair
    @ststclair Год назад +12

    I was unsure if I was going to stay subscribed with the new presenter but you won me over with this episode. Well done sir.

    • @Biographics
      @Biographics  Год назад +6

      As with anything, it's a growing process. ;) Karl needed time to grow into the shoes he's filling. We think he's doing a great job.

    • @blakecason436
      @blakecason436 Год назад +5

      @@Biographicswhat happened to Simon ???

    • @Viroh
      @Viroh Год назад +3

      ​@@blakecason436he downloaded Final Fantasy 14 and has not been seen since

  • @demikus
    @demikus Год назад +9

    Don't apologize for the suit I think you look great. I hold fond memories of Sean Connery not because of his James Bond appearances but because of his part of Draco, the last dragon for Dragon Heart. Loved that film as a child, and I think it's almost exclusively responsible for my love of fantasy.

    • @WizzardJC
      @WizzardJC Год назад +1

      Exactly the same here, that’s always who I thought of him as

  • @TheEggeater1111
    @TheEggeater1111 Год назад +6

    Sean Connery was the man

  • @Tommie_the_wrath_of_Khan
    @Tommie_the_wrath_of_Khan Год назад +1

    I came here to the comments because I was like “Wait, isn’t this a Simon channel?” You did a good job and I’m still a fan of the channel. The suit looks great, adds some class.

  • @danielsantiagourtado3430
    @danielsantiagourtado3430 Год назад +16

    Karl's youre honestly a great host. Love Simon honestly but you bring a refreshing take on it and is much appreciated. Enjoying the videos as always and i cant wait to see more of you!
    The information is well researched and very interesting. Thank you so much! And please consider Ferdinand the Saint of Castile and James the Conqueror of Aragon, two great Reconquista figures.

  • @gaiagirl5715
    @gaiagirl5715 Год назад +1

    You have slowed your speech down, which helps tremendously, and I think you’re doing a great job.

  • @drewlovely2668
    @drewlovely2668 Год назад +3

    Thanks for the content! Narration was spot on and easily understood, script was interesting, and editing is top notch as always.

  • @fredblonder7850
    @fredblonder7850 Год назад +7

    You overlooked his two most important films: Darby O’Gill and Zardoz.

    • @Eire_Go_Deo
      @Eire_Go_Deo Год назад

      As an Irishman, I think his performance in Darby O'Gill was Oscar worthy 😂

  • @coconyt3623
    @coconyt3623 Год назад +15

    Ok. Didn't take long to get over Simon handing over the reins. I mean Simon is a damn treasure, but you've done a very good job. I was waiting for the mention of Connery's big role as Indy's dad in Indiana Jones and The Holy Grail, but it never came. Cheers!

  • @tsaotsaofamily
    @tsaotsaofamily Год назад +2

    Connery portraying reclusive JD Salinger-like author William Forrester was very memorable as well.

  • @angelcastro3129
    @angelcastro3129 Год назад +1

    Ooohhh Don't you look all handsome and snazzy in that suit... You do wear it well dearie. Loved the video and I am really enjoying you hosting the channel

  • @fallonbea
    @fallonbea Год назад +1

    Karl, you look fantastic in that suit ‼️ I was so distracted that I know have to watch this video again🤩😘

  • @PaoloGiovanni
    @PaoloGiovanni Год назад +2

    Good video. Enjoyed it.
    Your suit looked good.
    You forgot his second most famous role… he was Indy’s dad in The Last Crusade.

  • @cocobloco5056
    @cocobloco5056 Год назад +1

    Sean Connery has always been my favourite but have to agree with you on Brosnan. Smooth ..... Now..... Daniel Craig did something spectaular with the role and right now I think is in a league of his own...... Great commentary !

  • @skyden24195
    @skyden24195 Год назад +2

    Wow. A Sean Connery bio and not a mention of his role in "Indiana Jones & The Last Crusade," one of his greatest non-Bond roles. It's like talking about Jesus and not mentioning the part when he was resurrected.

  • @kennyhagan5781
    @kennyhagan5781 Год назад +3

    You forgot about two movies that he was in, DARBY O'GILL AND THE LITTLE PEOPLE and ZARDOZ. I can't imagine why he took the part in ZARDOZ, maybe he thought that working with John Boorman was a good career move....it really wasn't.
    DARBY O'GILL, it had the virtue of being a really cute movie.

  • @danielsantiagourtado3430
    @danielsantiagourtado3430 Год назад +7

    Keep the clothes Karl! You look sharp! 😎😎😎😎

  • @georgelim4533
    @georgelim4533 7 месяцев назад +1

    *007* ( philipines) Sean Connery was the best bond James bond of all time my super idol

  • @miladmzz
    @miladmzz Год назад +1

    Has this channel been transferred to a new owner or we can expect the old host back?

  • @villain68
    @villain68 Год назад +2

    He's in alot of movies. One of my favorite roles is The Name Of The Rose. I was blown away him playing Sir William of Baskerville. A monk detective. I saw late night Cinemax then rented the vhs and showed a friend of mine. He loved it too. I think I have it on dvd.

  • @ethanramos4441
    @ethanramos4441 Год назад +4

    “I can’t afford but I suppose it depends. As long as there’s enough enthusiasm, then one wants to continue”
    Sean Connery

  • @roguebritgravy1
    @roguebritgravy1 Год назад +2

    I enjoyed the episode but there's just one problem.
    How do you do a video on Sean Connery and not mention Highlander or Last Crusade?

  • @Mshi-
    @Mshi- Год назад +12

    The fact they tried to cancel him on the day of his death over a Barbara Walters interview makes him even more epic

  • @Impereaux
    @Impereaux Год назад +2

    Just Cause was/is an underrated movie

  • @pensepf49
    @pensepf49 Год назад +2

    well at least you got the same theme music

  • @funnytourtoise
    @funnytourtoise Год назад +1

    This is awesome, two of my favourite RUclips presenters!

  • @sprekotz7345
    @sprekotz7345 Год назад +2

    He was also great in the World War II movie A Bridge Too Far.

  • @tonysolino3131
    @tonysolino3131 Год назад +2

    Impressive suit Karl. I think this was a well done video and I am a fan of your presentation style.

  • @raymondwatt9773
    @raymondwatt9773 Год назад +2

    You should've talked about Zardoz.

  • @donaldalessio7580
    @donaldalessio7580 Год назад +1

    It all too bad you didn't mention these other movies that he was in that I really enjoyed his characters Time Bandits in the Highlander very awesome underrated movies thumbs up man you're doing a good job I miss Simon but man you was doing a good job

  • @Calzaki
    @Calzaki Год назад +2

    No mention of highlander?!?

  • @americanidle76
    @americanidle76 Год назад +2

    Don’t overlook his role in The Longest Day.

  • @andrewcarson5850
    @andrewcarson5850 Год назад +4

    How can you talk about his foreign accents without mentioning Highlander 2? A Belgian playing a Scot, and a Scot playing a Spaniard, neither altering their accents one iota.

  • @GOGS-zg7rd
    @GOGS-zg7rd Год назад +2

    A biography of Sean Connery that doesn't mention Highlander?

  • @zch7491
    @zch7491 Год назад +8

    Golden eye is just so memorable to me, largely because the game is actually good

    • @Biographics
      @Biographics  Год назад +2

      My fave is Casino Royale (I'm not Karl, btw).

    • @danielsantiagourtado3430
      @danielsantiagourtado3430 Год назад

      @@Biographics Awesome!

    • @Shiny_Dragonite
      @Shiny_Dragonite Год назад

      We used it to settle arguments as kids and regularly held tournaments in college on the N64, despite several of us owning the Wii version as well.

  • @AlfieEdwards
    @AlfieEdwards Год назад +1

    One of the writers finally escaped the basement, clobbered simon unconscious, and tried to take his place, hoping nobody would notice

  • @jonathandaykin3067
    @jonathandaykin3067 Год назад +2

    The best Bond of his generation & the same can be said of Pierce Brosnan.

  • @Zeithri
    @Zeithri Год назад +4

    Interestingly enough, the idea of _Clan Kilt_ wasn't a thing until more recent history.
    *Thanks to* The British if I recall. Before that, it was just Kilts they wore.
    I've not seen enough Bond movies to make a judgement.
    He'll always be Draco to me

    • @ThatElfTorunn
      @ThatElfTorunn Год назад

      Clan tartans have always been a thing, just they weren't usually used for kilts til the 19th century, if I am remembering correctly.

    • @zaco-km3su
      @zaco-km3su Год назад +1

      The Tartan matters.

  • @alexpainter4169
    @alexpainter4169 Год назад +1

    The first film I ever saw that had Sean Connery was "Indiana Jones: The Last Crusade".

  • @georgelim4533
    @georgelim4533 7 месяцев назад +1

    Thanks love it

  • @angeleide1344
    @angeleide1344 Год назад +1

    That is a GREAT suit😊

  • @kasahadragon9499
    @kasahadragon9499 Год назад +3

    I agree with the Scots about being Scottish not British. I'm English by birth and don't like being called British, I find it dismissive to the Scots, Welsh and Irish etc to be called British 💜
    Edit for fashion feedback - your suit just looks black. I'm guessing it's a dark tartan but you do it justice 😉

    • @georgeprchal3924
      @georgeprchal3924 Год назад

      But the union was Scotland's idea.

    • @kasahadragon9499
      @kasahadragon9499 Год назад

      @@georgeprchal3924 the UK and Britain are two seperate things.

    • @georgeprchal3924
      @georgeprchal3924 Год назад

      @@kasahadragon9499 in what regard?

    • @kasahadragon9499
      @kasahadragon9499 Год назад

      @@georgeprchal3924 the United kingdom is like the United states -all states under one name. Britain is like Yankee - some of the states.
      A simple google will explain it better but there is a history behind both titles.
      This was a very very simplified explanation of those terms.

    • @georgeprchal3924
      @georgeprchal3924 Год назад

      @@kasahadragon9499 but they'd still be British.

  • @JotBeAusDe
    @JotBeAusDe Год назад +1

    Cant believe there is no mentioning of Dr. Jones Senior

  • @Lord.Kiltridge
    @Lord.Kiltridge 6 месяцев назад

    Cousin Sean wore _our_ clan's kilt when he was knighted. The first Bond film I saw starred Roger Moor. But Connery has been my Bond my entire adult life.

  • @dakota.T
    @dakota.T Год назад

    Great job carl! Keep up the good work

  • @namelesscare7982
    @namelesscare7982 Год назад

    Whenever my mother heard about Sean Connery, she was always hyped and joyful. That guy has a high influence on women, for sure.

  • @samuelbarber6177
    @samuelbarber6177 Год назад

    One of my favourite all time actors, and the only Bond actor to win an Oscar, winning Best Supporting Actor for 1987’s The Untouchables. He’s just amazing in everything I’ve seen him in.

  • @actuallywaffles5267
    @actuallywaffles5267 Год назад +12

    As always it's great to see Karl here. I like the personality he brings to these videos.

  • @-RONNIE
    @-RONNIE Год назад

    Thank you for the video on Sean Connery & he really was a good actor

  • @TokenBlackman7
    @TokenBlackman7 Год назад +2

    Please, make a Biographics video on Pele. Thank you!

  • @sbc1t
    @sbc1t Год назад

    Fantastic. really enjoyed listening to the life of Sir Sean.

  • @mavenous22
    @mavenous22 Год назад +17

    I miss Simon, he's the brand of this channel. Just isn't the same without him.

  • @danieledwards3301
    @danieledwards3301 Год назад

    In regards to bad accents, nothing compares to Highlander. A Scot playing a Frenchman and a Frenchman playing a Scot. I still am a big fan.

  • @BigGahmBoss
    @BigGahmBoss Год назад +1

    Alright, so I'm only 16 minutes in, and Karl is listing off some of Connery's non-Bond roles. Before he mentions it, if he mentions it (which it should be mentioned, it was his last movie) I unironically love League of Extraordinary Gentlemen. So cheesy, but so good

  • @nunnayabiznezz2370
    @nunnayabiznezz2370 Год назад

    PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE DO SOMETHING TO IMPROVE THE SOUND QUALITY! I CAN HARDLY HEAR YOU!!!

  • @popecorkyxxiv2363
    @popecorkyxxiv2363 Год назад +5

    My favorite Bond is Roger Moore because his movies were always the most ridiculous and cartoon like.

  • @j800r_aswell
    @j800r_aswell Год назад +1

    I had no idea he died back in 2020. Sad, but I guess he wasn't exactly young and lived a good, full life. Definitely the best bond in my eyes. He set the blueprint. Also loved him in most other things I saw him in. That being said, thank god he turned down LOTR. Ian McKellen was the perfect choice and Connery just would not have worked in the role. Regal roles, yes. A Wizard? Fuck no!

  • @MikkellTheImmortal
    @MikkellTheImmortal Год назад +5

    Karl, I gotta say that I love your use of props and never apologize for it

  • @brendan722002
    @brendan722002 Год назад +2

    I share a birthday with Connery.

  • @DrD00M3
    @DrD00M3 Год назад +1

    The best definitive James Bond

  • @noizeemama3697
    @noizeemama3697 Год назад +1

    Love the suit!! Looks great on you.

  • @jerryadams4537
    @jerryadams4537 Год назад +2

    Karl, keep the suit.

  • @OctaviaJemima
    @OctaviaJemima Год назад +1

    Looking good karl.

  • @rpk5250
    @rpk5250 Год назад +1

    Connery’s role in the third Indiana Jones movie was superb

  • @musiclover01ization
    @musiclover01ization 4 месяца назад

    This was a great video.

  • @Big_Gaz_1
    @Big_Gaz_1 Год назад +3

    Tut tut Karl......No mention of the 1974 (comedy) sci-fi film "Zardoz"?? 😆

  • @rejeanlacoursiere2073
    @rejeanlacoursiere2073 Год назад +1

    Great suit of idea wearing that for the best james bond in my opinion

  • @claudespeed277
    @claudespeed277 Год назад +1

    Nothing against you, but like if there's one channel I'd prefer Simon narrate, it's biographics and geographics. Can take or leave the others.

  • @somefool4625
    @somefool4625 Год назад +1

    Love Sean in the Highlander

  • @ryanl4614
    @ryanl4614 Год назад +6

    I literally have watched every 007 movie Sean Connery definitely is bond. I was very saddened when he passed away in his sleep but everyone has to go at sometime. Anytime, Daniel Craig is my top bond these days due to his film output being higher tier. Daniel Craig’s Casino Royal, Skyfall, & No Time To Die all are fantastic. Sean Connery had Goldfinger, From Russia With Love that both were among the best films. Anyways, Enjoyed the video keep up the good work and nice suit.

  • @dennisfeitz8108
    @dennisfeitz8108 Год назад +1

    Bring back Simon.

  • @sonnycook5346
    @sonnycook5346 Год назад

    Great, I appreciate the adjustments.

  • @catalinionutstefan5521
    @catalinionutstefan5521 Год назад +1

    Look, no hate to the new host, but I only remain subscribed to find Simon old videos easy . I am not a RUclips and not an expert on RUclips, but I think the owner of the channels (that girl ) made a huge mistake in her handling of the situation just because you are the son of a great business man doesn't make you a great business man same logic applies here her father was a good owner for the family of channels but her not even close in my opinion ( another great channel gone)

  • @Falcon7001
    @Falcon7001 Год назад +1

    First, when is Simon coming back? And second, where the hell is a mention of one of his biggest successes, Indiana Jones as Indy's father??????

  • @jbuechler2476
    @jbuechler2476 Год назад +8

    I love that HYPOTHESIS of the movie The Rock.
    I agree Sean Connery is a disavowed Bond.

    • @Biographics
      @Biographics  Год назад +2

      Right? Time to rewatch the movie now.

  • @jacobmarkham2162
    @jacobmarkham2162 Год назад +5

    Can you please do more historical figures?
    Maybe do different takes on some of Simon’s earliest episode like Stalin or Alexander the Great.
    This is just my opinion, I think you’re doing a good job with big shoes to fill.
    Just my opinion, keep up the good work.

    • @zaco-km3su
      @zaco-km3su Год назад

      There are plenty of historical figures. They can do plenty of monarchs from Eastern Europe. They can do Chinese emperors, Korean monarchs, Vietnamese monarchs, etc.. This could go on for decades. Now, some Biographics videos could be outdated. The one With Elon Musk for example. Pretty much anyone that was alive when the video was made could be remade with new information.

  • @bradbrandon2506
    @bradbrandon2506 8 месяцев назад

    Still my favorite Bond and one of my second favorite actors.

  • @samuelbarber6177
    @samuelbarber6177 Год назад +1

    I haven’t been following this channel lately, I did not expect Karl Smallwood to show up.

  • @brianlinke1856
    @brianlinke1856 Месяц назад

    Recall Bernard Lee as 'M', "After the mugging and fire, Lee turned to drink, was unable to find work for two years, and ran into debt. By chance, Lee met Richard Burton in a pub, who, upon hearing of Lee's problems, gave him a cheque for $6,000 to clear his debts, together with a note saying that everyone has a spot of trouble once in a while. Burton's gift assisted Lee in overcoming his depression".

  • @vvvhhhhhbb
    @vvvhhhhhbb Год назад +1

    "Goldfinger"!!! Best Bond Movie!! Best Villain!! Best Bond!!!! End of !

  • @carbonsx3
    @carbonsx3 Год назад

    17:04 Don't forget Kevin Costner in Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves... Mel Brooks even had Cary Elwes call him out in Men in Tights...
    *Sherriff:* And why should the people listen to YOU!?
    *Robin:* Because, unlike some other Robin Hoods, I can speak with an English accent.

  • @jacobavners2394
    @jacobavners2394 Год назад

    Please do one on Cary Grant as well!

  • @emmimus
    @emmimus Год назад

    I love the irony of laughing at actors inability to change their accents while speaking so fast with an accent that it’s difficult to understand and follow the story. Please slow down a bit in your next videos, that would make listening so much more pleasant for viewers and would give the content more value and respect than it gets when it’s rushed through like that.

  • @boudewijnmeijer
    @boudewijnmeijer Год назад +1

    where is simon?

  • @jamescagley6248
    @jamescagley6248 Год назад +1

    When will Simon be back?

    • @Biographics
      @Biographics  Год назад +2

      He. Left. He's not coming back.

  • @poobification
    @poobification Год назад +1

    That is a sweet suit!

  • @AdmiralKleinStarfleetCommand
    @AdmiralKleinStarfleetCommand Год назад +1

    In my humble opinion, the Bonds in my personal order
    Connery
    Craig
    Brosnan
    Moore
    Dalton
    Parody Bonds by Various Actors
    Lazenby

  • @jaysonchilvers8271
    @jaysonchilvers8271 Год назад

    I've always wondered what Sean would have been like as Alfred in batman, Obi Wan or a jedi. Also possible bonds through time. Michael Caine, Robbie Williams, Hugh Jackman