explain the act of taking off their jackets..to symbolize they won't hide their swords from each other again? I like it. Old fan of this series. Watched in high school. I remember turning the show off during the summer of '97 after Mac killed Richie. I couldn't quickly google, facebook, or read instant viewer responses or reviews..i just said there..shocked. Those were the days.
Hi :D I believe the taking off of the coats/jackets was to show that neither Immortal was carrying a sword and therefore the confrontation was not a physical challenge. Rather it was about answers and it showed a level of trust, especially on Duncan's behalf, although he must have known that Methos was unlikely to challenge him physically.
I think half of what makes the relationship between those two so interesting is that Methos refuses to follow and won't step up to lead. Mac is such an alpha male/highland chief sort of guy. He sorts the entire world into enemies, people to protect/add to his 'clan', and people to venerate/follow as teachers. Methos is too old and legendary to treat as a subordinate, just won't fall into line, and yet refuses to step up, lead, and let Mac put him on a pedestal (as Mac probably would have.) Ha!
the whole revelation of being one of the Four Horsemen could have been a complete cheesefest. in someone else's hands, the lines could have been scenery-chewing crap.
but peter wingfield makes this scene unforgettable, and actually believable. kudos to adrian paul for his reactions, too. great stuff.
I love this scene- Peter Wingfield's eyes and face and voice are so expressive, you can so easily imagine him as Death. I honestly cannot stop watching it over and over.
One of the best scenes in the entire series. The Horsemen storyline really lent an epic dimension to the whole Highlander saga. What came after that was classic.
The show was never better than those episodes, and what came after them... we could have done without.
I think the Horsemen story was where Highlander jumped the shark.
Heh good point there.. although, hard to tell what goes on in Methos' head sometimes, part of what makes him such an awesome character.. So.. yeah, might have been just an outburst, cause he was frustrated and pissed off with Duncan's usual goody-goody boyscout routine... then again, maybe even 'leaving' was part of it :-p Its been a while since Ive seen the full two episodes again, I need to hunt them down and see them again... any way you look at it, its still an awesome scene.
Yes, you are right. This is absolutely an awesome scene. I love the fact that Duncan came at Methos without a sword, and that both characters were affected so badly by the conversation and the affect it had on their friendship.
Maybe because, he even needed Duncan to doubt him, for his plan to work.... remember at the end Duncan asks him, You planned the whole thing, didnt you?
That could be it, but I get the feeling he didn't have a plan at this stage - apart from leaving the general area. The plan came after Mac walked away when Methos sat in the car and reviewed his options.
That was one of the most intense scenes ever! I often wonder why Methos boldly and recklessly told Mac who he really was. Was it to spite Mac or was it to get Mac to try and kill him or did he say those words so that Mac will leave him forever in disgust?
It's a great scene with alot of good interpretations.
Yes, it is a great scene and well played. I think Methos was trying avoidance at first, but with Mac coming at him with single-minded questions wanting a yes/no answer made Methos react and tell him the worse, and to tell it bluntly. Both are hurting in the end. Interestingly, both actors have said it was like a break-up.
explain the act of taking off their jackets..to symbolize they won't hide their swords from each other again? I like it. Old fan of this series. Watched in high school. I remember turning the show off during the summer of '97 after Mac killed Richie. I couldn't quickly google, facebook, or read instant viewer responses or reviews..i just said there..shocked. Those were the days.
TheMatt875 2 months ago
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Hi :D I believe the taking off of the coats/jackets was to show that neither Immortal was carrying a sword and therefore the confrontation was not a physical challenge. Rather it was about answers and it showed a level of trust, especially on Duncan's behalf, although he must have known that Methos was unlikely to challenge him physically.
tes5000 2 months ago
Best scene in Highlander!
amos1er 3 months ago
I just love Peter's voice. Just perfect!
And that laugh! Actually scary!
ancasaphire 7 months ago 2
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ancasaphire 7 months ago
I think methos coulda totally taken duncan if he really had to
jakehellspawn666 1 year ago 4
I think half of what makes the relationship between those two so interesting is that Methos refuses to follow and won't step up to lead. Mac is such an alpha male/highland chief sort of guy. He sorts the entire world into enemies, people to protect/add to his 'clan', and people to venerate/follow as teachers. Methos is too old and legendary to treat as a subordinate, just won't fall into line, and yet refuses to step up, lead, and let Mac put him on a pedestal (as Mac probably would have.) Ha!
phoenixpax 1 year ago 13
we love this scene. It's our fav.
mckplk1 1 year ago
Is it wrong to love Peter Wingfields' collarbones? Whenever they're shown by one of his overlarge jumpers I just get *tingly*. :)
Impartial15 1 year ago 6
the whole revelation of being one of the Four Horsemen could have been a complete cheesefest. in someone else's hands, the lines could have been scenery-chewing crap.
but peter wingfield makes this scene unforgettable, and actually believable. kudos to adrian paul for his reactions, too. great stuff.
likeafox09 1 year ago 9
this is probably the best scene in the entire show.
equallyeasilyfuqyou 1 year ago 6
Great acting. I love it!!!
AutUMnLiKEeYe 1 year ago 2
What a brilliant, BRILLIANT...virtually unrecognized scene, between two wildly underrated actors!!!
trekbridge 2 years ago 11
i love this scene....god i miss this show
kallos999 2 years ago 9
I love this scene- Peter Wingfield's eyes and face and voice are so expressive, you can so easily imagine him as Death. I honestly cannot stop watching it over and over.
devlandiablo 2 years ago 28
@devlandiablo I just noticed the crazy eyes thing he did with some of his lines. It is brilliant.
Seannaholic 2 years ago
Why is this called the jimmy scene?
MauricXe 2 years ago
Because of the vehicle Methos is using, a GMC Jimmy.
altashheth451 2 years ago 3
OOOOOOOOOOOOO thanks!!!!
MauricXe 2 years ago
@MauricXe Because of the Jimmy truck that they were having the scene against I guess.
Seannaholic 2 years ago
yes thanks:)
MauricXe 2 years ago
Best two parter ever! And among my most favorite scenes!
arwynt 2 years ago 8
One of the best scenes in the entire series. The Horsemen storyline really lent an epic dimension to the whole Highlander saga. What came after that was classic.
The show was never better than those episodes, and what came after them... we could have done without.
I think the Horsemen story was where Highlander jumped the shark.
LordZontar 2 years ago 8
I think Richie dying was jumping the shark. Ahriman's storyline was retarded and unsatisfying.
ireallyamjoeking 2 years ago 10
Peter is magnificent. Best scene ever.
Wonderful, truly wonderful.
Scyllaya 2 years ago 10
It was a great scene. And he was fab in The 300 as well...
cat2two 2 years ago
such apowerful scene
lokistar45 2 years ago
Peter Wingfield is amazing in this scene. woa
hesfialtes 3 years ago 5
Best scene of the ep.
butterflyqueenuk 3 years ago
Aww I love Mac's expression between 1:10-1:14. He looks like a wounded puppy or something.
zellychan 3 years ago 4
Best scene of the show (well, in my opinion at least :D)
ladyentropie 3 years ago 5
great ^^
NikitaGermany 3 years ago
Mm, I love Peter Wingfield in the scene, great!
zellychan 3 years ago 13
Haha, I still get all tingly when I see it! XD
ladyentropie 3 years ago 4
I get goosebumps all over my body, when I see it. Awesome.
Scyllaya 2 years ago 9
Very cool and intense. I remember the first time I saw this, man I was shocked. Methos needed to be showcased more as a badass. He rocks.
OK. I give. Could somebody please tell me why this is known as the "jimmy" scene?
nonamesleftdammit 3 years ago 6
Found it. It's called the "Jimmy" scene b/c it happens next to Methos' GMC Jimmy.
nonamesleftdammit 3 years ago 4
Yes.
:)
It is affectionately known as the 'jimmy scene' due to the car. They did a number of takes, and each take was more intense, emotional and powerful.
It is a great scene.
tes5000 3 years ago
I miss this show and Methos was not in it enough in my opinion.
dreamchaser01 3 years ago 23
*g*
Oh yes. I would have loved to see him in more stories. Who knows - he may be included in the new Highlander movie they are making - or re-making.
tes5000 3 years ago 3
Heh good point there.. although, hard to tell what goes on in Methos' head sometimes, part of what makes him such an awesome character.. So.. yeah, might have been just an outburst, cause he was frustrated and pissed off with Duncan's usual goody-goody boyscout routine... then again, maybe even 'leaving' was part of it :-p Its been a while since Ive seen the full two episodes again, I need to hunt them down and see them again... any way you look at it, its still an awesome scene.
HawthornWitch 3 years ago 10
Yes, you are right. This is absolutely an awesome scene. I love the fact that Duncan came at Methos without a sword, and that both characters were affected so badly by the conversation and the affect it had on their friendship.
Sigh. Love this scene.
tes5000 3 years ago 2
Maybe because, he even needed Duncan to doubt him, for his plan to work.... remember at the end Duncan asks him, You planned the whole thing, didnt you?
HawthornWitch 3 years ago 4
That could be it, but I get the feeling he didn't have a plan at this stage - apart from leaving the general area. The plan came after Mac walked away when Methos sat in the car and reviewed his options.
:)
tes5000 3 years ago
That was one of the most intense scenes ever! I often wonder why Methos boldly and recklessly told Mac who he really was. Was it to spite Mac or was it to get Mac to try and kill him or did he say those words so that Mac will leave him forever in disgust?
It's a great scene with alot of good interpretations.
Thanks for posting this!
chinagrrl 4 years ago 7
Yes, it is a great scene and well played. I think Methos was trying avoidance at first, but with Mac coming at him with single-minded questions wanting a yes/no answer made Methos react and tell him the worse, and to tell it bluntly. Both are hurting in the end. Interestingly, both actors have said it was like a break-up.
Thanks for commenting!
tes5000 3 years ago