Lucasfilm have marked the passing of the iconic Sir Sean Connery with quotes from 3 fellow cinematic legends Kathleen Kennedy, Frank Marshall and George Lucas who all worked with Connery on 1989’s Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade.
“Sir Sean Connery will be remembered for his talent, his charm, his wit and the many unforgettable roles he played, but he will always be Indy’s dad to us. It was an honor to know and work with him and our hearts are with his family and loved ones.”
— Frank Marshall and Kathy Kennedy
“Sir Sean Connery, through his talent and drive, left an indelible mark in cinematic history. His audiences spanned generations, each with favorite roles he played. He will always hold a special place in my heart as Indy’s dad. With an air of intelligent authority and sly sense of comedic mischief, only someone like Sean Connery could render Indiana Jones immediately into boyish regret or relief through a stern fatherly chiding or rejoiceful hug. I’m thankful for having had the good fortune to have known and worked with him. My thoughts are with his family.”
— George Lucas
It might be Halloween, and The Mandalorian may be very much on our minds, but do yourself a favour; put on The Last Crusade and remember why Connery was not only the perfect actor to play Henry Jones Sr but also why he was an absolute movie legend.
