Posted on 01/02/2012 3:48:18 PM PST by hoagy62
RIP Bob Anderson, 1922-2012.
Who, you say? You may not know him, but I can almost guarantee you've seen his work.
The swordfight in "The Princess Bride"? Bob choreographed it.
All the swordplay in the "Lord of the Rings" trilogy? He supervised and taught all of the cast about it.
The epic lightsaber duels in "The Empire Strikes Back" and "Return of the Jedi"? It was Bob in the Vader suit, not David Prowse.
Not to mention his work in "Highlander", "The Three Musketeers", "The Mask of Zorro" & "The Legend of Zorro", "Die Another Day", and even on the currently-filming "The Hobbit", plus a dozen other films.
So yes...you know who he is...the greatest swordsman/sword master that film-making has ever known.
(If you want more info, look up the documentary "Reclaiming the Blade" and get educated.)
RIP.
Requiescat, Bob.
Actually, that’s Dave Prowse. Bob Anderson did the light saber duels in “The Empire Strikes Back”, and “Return of the Jedi”.
Of interest?
He was brilliant and still working at what he loved at 90.
God bless you sir, may you repose in peace.
RIP.
Mr. Anderson was THE swordmaster. Incidentally, any of you with the chance should definitely take up the article’s suggestion of viewing Reclaiming The Blade. It’s the best documentary on swords I think I’ve ever seen. It’s worth your time.
http://www.reclaimingtheblade.com/
Requiéscant in pace, Mr. Anderson.
Rest in Peace sir.
Your work was very much enjoyed, and recreated on many a play ground or back yard. ;)
Prayers for his family.
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