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RIP Rod Taylor

posted 9 years ago by zuiderzee
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Time finally caught up with George, it seems. Thanks for a wonderful journey, Rod. It wouldn't have been the same without you.

[–] TheButlerDidItYes 9 years ago

I'm saddened to hear this. 

R.I.P. Rod Taylor

[–] lazlopanaflex 9 years ago

Great shame-lovely man. Now release a Blu Ray of this wonderful film in his memory.

[–] zooeyhall 9 years ago

Watched my Blu-ray version just last night. And the poignant "extra" where George returns to meet Philby---years after the events in the movie.

In their meeting, Philby asks George why he looks older. George replies that, even though he travels through time, he will still continue to age since time doesn't stop for him.

Then I wake up this morning to read this sad news......

[–] dln1700 9 years ago

This is really the only movie which I know him for however I'm sure he's done many a fine film as well. But it I don't think there could be any part which he was more suitable to play.

Now it would be appropriate to step back in time and watch this all time classic film.

Thank you Mr Taylor for this marvellous film. RIP.

[–] Poisoned_Dragon1964 9 years ago

This is really the only movie which I know him for however I'm sure he's done many a fine film as well.

There's several which I think are minimal 'must-see,' although The Time Machine (1960) will always be my favorite.

World Without End (1956)
The Birds (1963)
The Liquidator (1965)
The Glass Bottom Boat (1966)

There's also a couple of must-see television appearances:

The Twilight Zone (1959), And When the Sky Was Opened (1959) (one of the scariest of all the 'Zone's):
http://www.hulu.com/watch/440787

Tales of the Unexpected (1979), The Hitch-Hiker (1980):
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7LdpwNUehM0

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[–] Walt-Most 9 years ago

I love that extra. It's even more poignant now.

Godspeed, Mr. Taylor.

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We are doomed.

[–] SammySoprano 9 years ago

RIP xx

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[–] timhoward1111 9 years ago

That was nicely said! Yes. he did have a good journey. His star has all the time in the world.

[–] donofthedial 9 years ago

Add my RIP and appreciations. Terrific screen presence. Miss him already.

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[–] eddie-fendel 8 years ago

One of my favourite films. Will always be remembered for it's special effects, charm and Rod's great performance.

[–] donofthedial 8 years ago

Amen!
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[–] mariakelly-04164 7 years ago

Rest In Peace. Mr. Taylor.