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Rob Roy
Directed by Michael Caton-Jones
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Rob Roy (1995). The true story of Robert Roy MacGregor (16711734), a hero of 18th Century Scotland, whose love for one woman gave him honour, courage and, ultimately, his life. The leader and provider for the entire MacGregor clan, Rob Roy arranges to borrow money from the Marquis of Montrose to help them survive the harsh Highland winter. However, his trust in less honourable men makes him a pawn in a ruthless plot.
Director
Michael CatonJones
Writer
Alan Sharp (screenplay)
Cast
Liam Neeson... Robert Roy MacGregor
Jessica Lange... Mary MacGregor
John Hurt... John Graham, Marquis of 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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