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Rob Roy is a 1995 historical drama directed by Michael Caton-Jones and set in the Scottish Highlands during the early eighteenth century. Liam Neeson plays clan leader Robert Roy MacGregor, whose attempt to improve his community's fortunes draws him into conflict with the Marquess of Montrose and the swordsman Archibald Cunningham, played by Tim Roth. The film combines a fictionalized account of MacGregor's life with political intrigue, family drama, and sword combat.
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What is Rob Roy (1995) about?
Rob Roy is a 1995 historical drama directed by Michael Caton-Jones. Liam Neeson plays Scottish clan leader Robert Roy MacGregor in the early eighteenth-century Highlands.
Who does Liam Neeson play in Rob Roy?
Neeson plays Robert Roy MacGregor, commonly known as Rob Roy. The character tries to improve his community’s fortunes but becomes involved in conflict with the Marquess of Montrose’s interests.
Where is Rob Roy set?
The film is set in the Scottish Highlands during the early eighteenth century. Its plot draws on the historical figure Robert Roy MacGregor and the political and social tensions of that period.
Is Rob Roy a true story?
It is a dramatized historical film based on the life and legend of Robert Roy MacGregor. The 1995 movie uses real historical figures and settings while shaping events for a dramatic narrative.
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