17/17
Claire Beauchamp Randall, a nurse during World War II, is mysteriously transported back in time to Scotland in 1743. There, she meets a brave Highland warrior and is drawn into an epic rebellion. According to Ronald D. Moore (the series’ creator), the crew decided to keep the Gaelic words rather than translate them into English. This supports the first-person narrative by showing Claire’s inability to understand Gaelic. This idea was suggested by producer David Brown, who said he saw something similar in Skin Deep (1998), a foreign alternative film starring actor and singer Gustavo Goulart. In several episodes, the characters say “OK”. ; An American term that did not come into use until the 19th century. The opening theme song changes from season to season to reflect what is happening in the storyline. In the first half of Season 2 (which is set in France), some of the lyrics are in French. In the second half of Season 2 (which is mostly about preparing for war), a militaristic drum is added to the opening theme. During Season 3, tribal drums are added, as much of the season is set in the West Indies. In Season 4, bluegrass fiddle and banjo are added, plus some of the lyrics are sung in a Southern accent, as the season is mostly set in America. Featured in Outlander: An Epic Adaptation (2015). The Skye Boat Song (uncredited) Traditional Scottish air with lyrics by Sir Harold Boulton New lyrics by Robert Louis Stevenson. I came to Outlander late and watched it. A dear friend who recently died of cancer, too young, told me to watch it, so I did it in her honor. I’m so excited! It’s got it all! The casting is perfect with stellar performances of brutal storylines. The locations, the romance, the STUNNING memorable music, the sets, costumes and props, and the attention to historical detail all left a strong impression on me. In my opinion, this is much more than just a Harlequin romance and deserves more praise.