He was having fun,l am the girl who comes on first in the black plastic mini skirt.Apparently he had always wanted to sing but had not had the opportunity to do so in his many other movies...so yes,he was enjoying himself and l think he did very well.
Wow, that was you? When I first watched this film, I just couldn't take my eyes off the cute punk girl in the miniskirt during Midnight's two musical numbers. Fun film, and thanks for being so memorable!
Here's a video with Christopher Lee singing a musical number about the evils of alcohol complete with scantily clad backup dancers and a green smoking dancing...thing in the background. Sorry UA-cam, but you're never going to top this.
I remember watchin an interview where someone asked him which role he had enjoyed playing the most, and he said that although he would think most people would expect him to say Saruman, it was actually this. Particularly this song. :)
After starring in the joyless slog Starship Invasions six or seven years prior, I'm not surprised he would love singing and relishing in a super villain role with women dancing around him.
Christopher Lee had an incredible voice. He was classically trained and was a legitimate basso profundo. Hell he was singing on heavy metal albums into his 90's.
As an actor, I had the enormous pleasure of spending 3 months with Chris in France making a star-studded WW2 action film. And during that time I had countless meals and talks with him. Well, as cool as you think that would be, guess what? You're absolutely RIGHT! What a remarkable man he was! A cousin of Ian Fleming and a Bond villain to boot, he was also a spy who hunted Nazis after the Second World War and had more fascinating stories to tell than you could shake a stick at. And as if that wasn't enough, he spoke a dozen languages fluently. And I saw him speak with the Gypsy actors in our film in fluent Romany, having mentioned to me that Lee, in fact, was originally a Gypsy name. (Chris, in fact, played a Gypsy clan leader in the film.) So I lift a glass here to the wonderful memory of a grand actor and human being -- truly you were one of a kind, Chris! Long may you sing bass baritone arias in Heaven!
I'm pretty sure O'Brien wrote the melody as well. I mean, he's credited with the music and lyrics in 'Rocky Horror' and 'Shock Treatment', so.... And the director of 'Captain Invincible' who is a good pal of mine said that Richard wrote the song and choreographed it as well. But I'm too lazy atm to go to IMDB and check the credits!
By God, could Christopher Lee sing. No autotune, no dub...Its all him. He hits all the right notes, the right keys, he was a man of great talent, and even one of the most interesting people that ever lived
In the late 1940s he had the opportunity to become an Opera Singer, but he chose to be an Actor instead. Later on he said that in retrospect he would have chosen vice versa.
@@johnnythemachine6949 Yes full albums, he must have liked that whole concept of Heavy Metal Opera, he already before that sang together with a metal band called Rhapsody. Maybe Sir Lee's vision of Heavy Metal Opera will sprout and bear fruit... quite soon even, but there will never be a singer quite like Christopher Lee due to his complete uniqueness
Christopher Lee served in Her Majesties special forces during the Second World War and undertook operations behind enemy lines. When Peter Jackson tried to instruct him on his death scene as Sauraman, Lee replied “Do you know what it sounds like when sneak up behind someone and stab them? Because I do!”
I just read his autobiography, Tall, Dark & Gruesome! A great read. He was an excellent golfer, too. His handicap was either a one or a two! He golfed every chance he got, and was happily married to the same woman, for life.
Christopher Lee could act the phone book just by singing it. He was that bloody good an actor. He just had to look menacing and he was. Superb actor at the top of his craft with everything he did. I love the look on his face in man with the golden gun when he demonstrates the laser gun to Bond and destroys the plane that Bond uses to trace Scaramanga . One press of a button and the plane is completely destroyed.
And so, with the recent passing of one of the greatest actors--hell with that--one of the greatest MEN of all time, I think it only fair we do as the man sang here, and all pour the nearest glass of whatever your alcoholic drink preference may be, (if you're old enough for such a thing, of course,) and raise a toast to this living legend amongst men. Here's to you, Sir Lee: one thing's for sure; if there is a Heaven up there, Christmas time up there from here on is going to be a lot more metal.
+Daniel Ryan Don't forget John Carradine! They played together in the movie "House of the Long Shadows", the whole world said that would be the biggest horror of all times because it included the greatest horrormimes all together, or united!
This is delicious on many levels. Christopher Lee is so irrestably clever and evil and loving to ham it up, his trio of BDSM background dancers look like straight out of The Rocky Horror Picture Show, and that tortured look on Captain Invincible's face is seriously good acting. Pure joy. I've got to find that movie.
I STILL can't understand why this movie is so forgotten/underrated - it's been described as "a bunch of lame jokes interspersed with some great songs" - it was/is an excellent parody on 'stuff', with some lame jokes interspersed with some great songs. Plus Christopher Lee (actually singing his own songs). What's not to love? It was/is excellent. Personally I reckon this is the best song in it because - well - dang, it be catchy, memorable and singalongable. Thank you for the upload.
Only one thing to say. He was truly fantastic. I lied, this I always loved & might not be a great film but he makes it. Never saw anything where he wasn't marvellous & had the honour of meeting him once in London. Always had time for anyone. Much missed.
Funfact, this song was written by Richard O'brien (The Rocky Horror Show) as were the other two memorable songs from this film (the Captain Invincible Theme and Mr Evil Midnight) - its notable just how much they stand out from the rest of the music, and its a real shame he wasn't available to wite the entire soundtrack and perhaps even some of the dialogue. This could have been for Superheroes what Rocky Horror was for mad scientists. As it is it's a fascinating failure, underrated but never the cult phenomenon it could have been, and a fascinating example of the tail end of the Ozploitation golden age. Notably, this was one of Christopher Lee's favourite roles as he actually got to sing in his own voice, and a frustrating reminder of how little his talent was utilised during his 'villain for hire' era. If you haven't, I very much suggest seeking this film out and enjoying its sly satire, surprisingly political plot and fantastic performances from Lee and Alan Arkin, while forgiving its uneven tone, surfeit of ideas (what exactly is the deal with the aliens?) and occasional descent into cartoonishness, no doubt an artifact of trying to be to Superman was Airplane! was to airport disaster movies. Under the rough surface is a very funny poke at heroic tropes wwith a surprising amount to say about depression, alcoholism, racism and the danger of living to the expectations of others.
When you're a REAL actor, it doesn't matter the project. The way these two, give themselves entirely, to the performance, is admirable. BRAVO, Gentlemen!
Leave it to the late, great Sir Christopher Lee, to use his unmistakable baritone to bring gravitas to even the worst films; proof positive that he was game for anything!
I've seen him sing a little bit in movies and I know he was a trained opera singer. I just wish someone had the opportunity and the good sense to say ".Hey ,he sings think he'll sing for us at the Met? "Here's the question. What opera would you have liked to see him sing? I wish I could have seen him do" Water of Life". Or maybe in a Dramatic vein "Othello".
Abso-fucking-lutely astonishing! I can't believe there are only 164 likes, it should be 164,000. As for the one disliker, I only have one remedy: find a bridge, then jump.
One of the last great actors of classic horror movies has gone. He could even make the worst scripts and movies make watchable. He could sing, play and read poems (see "The Raven" ) - a multitalent. RIP Sir Christopher Lee.
Since when did Saroumane the Wise give up Brandy for Vodka ? I can assure we do miss you Sir Lee, even two years later you keep the hearts of so many of us a tad warmer !
I would say witty rather than strange. The way the names of drinks are cleverly and playfully worked into the song is almost like something Noel Coward might have written.
Este señor sabe hacer de todo grandisimo actor siempre me a gustado y me gusta aunque ya no esta pero esta una leyenda eterna una joya de actor y de hombre y ya haciendo de dracula el novamas unico fantastico estupendo atrativo elegante simpatiquisimo......y mas❤❤
This is how I imagine Count Dooku entertains his captives on Serenno
To all the great movie villains out there, you may all be cool, but you will never top Christopher Lee defeating a superhero by singing about liquor.
More powerful than the force
That idea is so funny. He's a super hero but he's alcoholic so just wave booze in front of him and he goes lol
I'd love to turn Mr. Midnight loose on Iron Man.
@@dewelr121IRS Dracula and Scar.anga and Fu Manchu Christopher Lee is powerful
Man could read a menu and make it sound like a threat.
He was having fun,l am the girl who comes on first in the black plastic mini skirt.Apparently he had always wanted to sing but had not had the opportunity to do so in his many other movies...so yes,he was enjoying himself and l think he did very well.
Congratulations in appearing in one of the quirkiest superhero films of all time! I thoroughly enjoyed the film!
Stone me! That is some claim to fame. Love this movie, and this scene is my favourite. Thanks for being part of a really fun film.
Nice to know so many people enjoyed the film
@@davidcoleman757 thaank you .lt was a pretty stoned kind of film
Wow, that was you? When I first watched this film, I just couldn't take my eyes off the cute punk girl in the miniskirt during Midnight's two musical numbers.
Fun film, and thanks for being so memorable!
Here's a video with Christopher Lee singing a musical number about the evils of alcohol complete with scantily clad backup dancers and a green smoking dancing...thing in the background. Sorry UA-cam, but you're never going to top this.
I actually laughed and cried at that comment because it's 100 % true.
MacSloane86 it was Yoda in between star wars movies, gotta work
Doesn't top it, but there was the Heavy Metal album,..... ua-cam.com/video/Y3MvA4AXoMw/v-deo.html
And it never did...
"evils"?
They should have used this supervillain on Iron Man. Tony Stark could never resist his booze.
matthewakian2 R.I.P. Christopher Lee.
I'll drink to that :P
Dr Doom gained cosmic powers and did this to Iron Man.
LOL too true. Well, comic book Tony Stark, that is. The movie one did not have that weakness
@@SwiftNimblefoot That's Disney Tony.
He looks like he's having so much fun with this.
That's nice.
He is. He picked this role sole for this moment.
I remember watchin an interview where someone asked him which role he had enjoyed playing the most, and he said that although he would think most people would expect him to say Saruman, it was actually this. Particularly this song. :)
Who wouldn’t?
After starring in the joyless slog Starship Invasions six or seven years prior, I'm not surprised he would love singing and relishing in a super villain role with women dancing around him.
Christopher Lee had an incredible voice. He was classically trained and was a legitimate basso profundo. Hell he was singing on heavy metal albums into his 90's.
ever hear his heavy metal albums he did near the end of his life?
@@madpriest7822 yes. They're absolutely dreadful. I wish I could un-hear them. I've tried to block them from my memory.
"there's nothing sicker in society than a lack of liquor and sobriety."
As an actor, I had the enormous pleasure of spending 3 months with Chris in France making a star-studded WW2 action film. And during that time I had countless meals and talks with him. Well, as cool as you think that would be, guess what? You're absolutely RIGHT! What a remarkable man he was! A cousin of Ian Fleming and a Bond villain to boot, he was also a spy who hunted Nazis after the Second World War and had more fascinating stories to tell than you could shake a stick at. And as if that wasn't enough, he spoke a dozen languages fluently. And I saw him speak with the Gypsy actors in our film in fluent Romany, having mentioned to me that Lee, in fact, was originally a Gypsy name. (Chris, in fact, played a Gypsy clan leader in the film.) So I lift a glass here to the wonderful memory of a grand actor and human being -- truly you were one of a kind, Chris! Long may you sing bass baritone arias in Heaven!
That’s amazing! Was that film starring Anthony Quinn and Malcolm McDowell by any chance?
What a privilege. Will will wait to get to heaven to meet Christopher Lee. I believe he is there, he was a man of strong and transparent faith.
You were very fortunate, I would have loved to hear his stories!
Well said - himself and Peter; two of Natures finest!
@@Eire_Go_Deo It's 1979 "The Passage".
RIP Christopher Lee, I think everyone will be raising a glass to your memory tonight.
fred smith Agreed. Time to open this nice German cognac. RIP Christopher Lee.
fred smith I like to think that Peter Cushing and Vincent Price were both there with a glass raised for him
I'll admit the simple thought that they both were waiting for him is a heart warming one. Believer or not, i do hope it was true.
*TRUUUUUUE!*
He’s a Legend!
Lyrics by Richard O’Brien, best known for writing the "Rocky Horror Show".
The song sound kinda like something out of that movie
Really? Now that I did not know, but I am not surprised! I can hear the style now Iknow!
I'm pretty sure O'Brien wrote the melody as well. I mean, he's credited with the music and lyrics in 'Rocky Horror' and 'Shock Treatment', so.... And the director of 'Captain Invincible' who is a good pal of mine said that Richard wrote the song and choreographed it as well. But I'm too lazy atm to go to IMDB and check the credits!
I knew it sounded familiar lol
R.I.P Alan Arkin who passed away yesterday. Love this film.
By God, could Christopher Lee sing. No autotune, no dub...Its all him. He hits all the right notes, the right keys, he was a man of great talent, and even one of the most interesting people that ever lived
In the late 1940s he had the opportunity to become an Opera Singer, but he chose to be an Actor instead. Later on he said that in retrospect he would have chosen vice versa.
He had such a great voice.
@@SomeHarbourBastard he also made some metal songs in his 80s
@@johnnythemachine6949 Yes full albums, he must have liked that whole concept of Heavy Metal Opera, he already before that sang together with a metal band called Rhapsody. Maybe Sir Lee's vision of Heavy Metal Opera will sprout and bear fruit... quite soon even, but there will never be a singer quite like Christopher Lee due to his complete uniqueness
If Lee had done that on a live stage, it would have brought the house down. Easily worthy of a five minute standing ovation at the very least.
At 3:34, Sir Christopher Lee invents a new note.
underrated comment
This guy used to interrogate Nazis , think about it >.>
Them Nazi never knew what hit em!
Well, people can change careers you know.
Christopher Lee served in Her Majesties special forces during the Second World War and undertook operations behind enemy lines. When Peter Jackson tried to instruct him on his death scene as Sauraman, Lee replied “Do you know what it sounds like when sneak up behind someone and stab them? Because I do!”
@@dkupke so did my father
*A MASTERPIECE IN MOVIE HISTORY!!!*
*SEE ME FIGHTING AGAINST COMPULSORY VACCINATION!*
ua-cam.com/video/2iGMW2nUBvE/v-deo.html
I mean if Christopher Lee says it then who am I to argue?
then driiiink!!!!
It's a whopping 30 drinks, but then again who am I to argue?
I'm dumbfounded... the more I read or hear about Christopher Lee, the more impressed I am. What an amazing gentleman.
@SPeacock Who could play him?
I just read his autobiography, Tall, Dark & Gruesome! A great read. He was an excellent golfer, too. His handicap was either a one or a two! He golfed every chance he got, and was happily married to the same woman, for life.
I just had the immense pleasure of discovering Sir Christopher Lee the singer....what a voice!😍😍😍😍
Obi Wan: This time we'll do it together
Anakin: I was about to say that
Dooku:
I love this fucking song so much. Christopher Lee was a goddamn legend who gave it his all every single time.
CHOOSE YOUR BOOZE, LET'S HIT THE REDEYE!
That bit always kills me XD
Seeing Christopher Lee flamboyant completes my life.
Sir Christopher Lee took this role to show his singing skills. It shows as he is clearly enjoying his work. Mr. Evil Midnight is very evil.
I think I found my new drinking song
Christopher Lee could act the phone book just by singing it. He was that bloody good an actor. He just had to look menacing and he was. Superb actor at the top of his craft with everything he did. I love the look on his face in man with the golden gun when he demonstrates the laser gun to Bond and destroys the plane that Bond uses to trace Scaramanga . One press of a button and the plane is completely destroyed.
See if only Lex Luthor went with this strategy he might've beaten Superman.
He could beat Iron Man.
That ultra-basso note undoes me every time!
ONE OF MY FAVOURITE CHRISTOPHER MOMENTS
RIP Christopher Lee
He was in his 60's when this movie was made. IMO he looks more like he's in his late 30's.
Some people are just lucky that way...like Rita Hayworth and Sophia Loren. ;)
***** :)
And so, with the recent passing of one of the greatest actors--hell with that--one of the greatest MEN of all time, I think it only fair we do as the man sang here, and all pour the nearest glass of whatever your alcoholic drink preference may be, (if you're old enough for such a thing, of course,) and raise a toast to this living legend amongst men. Here's to you, Sir Lee: one thing's for sure; if there is a Heaven up there, Christmas time up there from here on is going to be a lot more metal.
Trae Wilson I like to think that Peter Cushing and Vincent Price were there at the pearly gates with a glass raised to him
+Daniel Ryan Don't forget John Carradine! They played together in the movie "House of the Long Shadows", the whole world said that would be the biggest horror of all times because it included the greatest horrormimes all together, or united!
Here! Here!
Not many people know he was trained as an opera singer!
His maternal grandmother was an Italian opera singer.
He turned down an offer to train under Björling, and said he regretted it for his entire life.
Well now we f-ing know
Christopher Lee's just a damn boss! How did they squeeze that much awesomeness into a mortal frame?
Scott Hubbard who said anything about him being a mere mortal?
Well, he was taller than a mere mortal. And a great one otherwise as well
R.I.P Sir Christopher Lee. You will always be remembered.
Respect and honor to the end and beyond to Sir Christopher Frank Carandini Lee a man who could do anything at perfection
RIP Sir Christopher Lee
I've fallen in love...best Dracula...EVER rip sir Christopher Frank Carandini Lee 😍😘😖😭
Underrated movie and Christopher Lee gets to belt out this song. Legend 🖤
Singing along, drinking along, and crying a little too. We'll miss you, Sir Christopher.
I love Christopher's singing such a great talented clever man.
RIP Sir Christopher Lee. Thank you for all the amazing things you did.
This is delicious on many levels. Christopher Lee is so irrestably clever and evil and loving to ham it up, his trio of BDSM background dancers look like straight out of The Rocky Horror Picture Show, and that tortured look on Captain Invincible's face is seriously good acting.
Pure joy. I've got to find that movie.
Dr. Horrible WISHES he was this awesome
This proves it. Christopher Lee makes everything that much better.
Rest in peace, Sir Christopher Lee!
I STILL can't understand why this movie is so forgotten/underrated - it's been described as "a bunch of lame jokes interspersed with some great songs" - it was/is an excellent parody on 'stuff', with some lame jokes interspersed with some great songs. Plus Christopher Lee (actually singing his own songs). What's not to love? It was/is excellent. Personally I reckon this is the best song in it because - well - dang, it be catchy, memorable and singalongable. Thank you for the upload.
I am astounded how the "Bullshit!" song did not become a meme yet. It is amazing.
@@SwiftNimblefoot It's my ringtone - MINUTES of endless fun, especially during 'Attitude Adjustment meetings' with the Mensa candidates from H.R......
@@SwiftNimblefoot Amazing? Like the hip-hip-hipno-RAYYYYYYYYYY?
this man is absolutely outstanding in anything he does.
Rip Christopher lee 1922-2015
Unforgettable.
R.I.P., granpa Christopher.
AAAAAAAH, WHY MUST YOU BE SO CATCHY?!?!
Also, WOW...Christopher Lee could sing!
Only one thing to say.
He was truly fantastic.
I lied, this I always loved & might not be a great film but he makes it. Never saw anything where he wasn't marvellous & had the honour of meeting him once in London.
Always had time for anyone. Much missed.
Chris Lee brightens my darkest days, especially this under-rated gem of a movie.
The man who sheds the blood of the saxon men !
Funny as hell! xD
R.I.P. Christopher Lee. He was an awesome actor and singer!
RIP Christopher lee. One of the greatest...and a true gentlemen
Funfact, this song was written by Richard O'brien (The Rocky Horror Show) as were the other two memorable songs from this film (the Captain Invincible Theme and Mr Evil Midnight) - its notable just how much they stand out from the rest of the music, and its a real shame he wasn't available to wite the entire soundtrack and perhaps even some of the dialogue. This could have been for Superheroes what Rocky Horror was for mad scientists. As it is it's a fascinating failure, underrated but never the cult phenomenon it could have been, and a fascinating example of the tail end of the Ozploitation golden age.
Notably, this was one of Christopher Lee's favourite roles as he actually got to sing in his own voice, and a frustrating reminder of how little his talent was utilised during his 'villain for hire' era. If you haven't, I very much suggest seeking this film out and enjoying its sly satire, surprisingly political plot and fantastic performances from Lee and Alan Arkin, while forgiving its uneven tone, surfeit of ideas (what exactly is the deal with the aliens?) and occasional descent into cartoonishness, no doubt an artifact of trying to be to Superman was Airplane! was to airport disaster movies. Under the rough surface is a very funny poke at heroic tropes wwith a surprising amount to say about depression, alcoholism, racism and the danger of living to the expectations of others.
Christopher Lee WINS AGAIN!
A sensational performance.
Such a shame the soundtrack was never released. There were a few cracking songs in the film.
We had no idea Christopher Lee could sing so well when this came out. That VOICE made this work.
RIP
A true screen legend.
What a great fellow.His life story is one incredible adventure.R.I.P. Sir Christopher.A Legend.🇬🇧
Was it possible to not love this man?
Greatest beer promotion ever!
When you're a REAL actor, it doesn't matter the project. The way these two, give themselves entirely, to the performance, is admirable. BRAVO, Gentlemen!
It took me all this time to find my favorite bit of fun from the late lamented Christopher Lee. Bless you Sir, we still miss you. xx
You can really tell this is an O’Brien song but DAMN did Lee make this song great!
NEVER gets stale. "Congratulations Midnight - you really ARE an evil genius".
A surprisingly good singing voice!
3:30 Christopher Lee actually sings the brown note.
If you don't name your poison, Ill have to get the boys in. Nice!
RIP Sir Christopher Lee :(
The closed captions for this are amazing.
Leave it to the late, great Sir Christopher Lee, to use his unmistakable baritone to bring gravitas to even the worst films; proof positive that he was game for anything!
I've seen him sing a little bit in movies and I know he was a trained opera singer. I just wish someone had the opportunity and the good sense to say ".Hey ,he sings think he'll sing for us at the Met? "Here's the question. What opera would you have liked to see him sing? I wish I could have seen him do" Water of Life". Or maybe in a Dramatic vein "Othello".
He'd have made a fantastic Javert in Les Miserables.
@@obscureentertainment8303 Imagine a world where we got Sir Christopher Lee instead of Russel Crowe lol
Booze my Kryptonite!
This is so wonderful! Thanks for posting this brilliant work!
What a great treasure to find!!!
Christopher Lee Rocks!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
One word… EPIC!!!!
R.I.P to both of these legends
Wow. This was good. Mr. Lee has a great voice. Why does this remind me of Rocky horror. Anyhow, thanks for this upload. Brings a smile. :)
+80stimeagain Because it was supposed to?
:) Angela Roquemore
+KindredofLegousa Oh, I didn't even know that. Cool. Yes, the movie in general looks a bit odd, but Mr. Lee looks delightful. ;)
80stimeagain Yes he does.
He was so amazing. I wish I could have met him in person.
That is so... sublime.
I want this on blu ray so badly.
Abso-fucking-lutely astonishing! I can't believe there are only 164 likes, it should be 164,000. As for the one disliker, I only have one remedy: find a bridge, then jump.
Anything with Sir Christopher Lee singing or acting is great in my book.
Love this guy
One of the last great actors of classic horror movies has gone. He could even make the worst scripts and movies make watchable. He could sing, play and read poems (see "The Raven" ) - a multitalent. RIP Sir Christopher Lee.
Best bartender song ever
is that Alan Arkin as Invincible?
Yes it is.
Too far Count Dooku has gone!
Since when did Saroumane the Wise give up Brandy for Vodka ?
I can assure we do miss you Sir Lee, even two years later you keep the hearts of so many of us a tad warmer !
@@Cancoillotteman Begun, this pub crawl has.
"If you don't name your poison I'll have to get the Boys in!"
Better do as he says Captain Invincible cause he just threatened ya with Billy Butcher
Oh man, this is my new favorite thing ever
the characmastic mr lee
Rest in peace :(
This song is so strange. Christopher Lee totally salvages it.
I would say witty rather than strange. The way the names of drinks are cleverly and playfully worked into the song is almost like something Noel Coward might have written.
@@paulclemens7953 That's a fair assessment. Chris is still a huge boon.
yeah, you can't tell me lines like "there's nothing sicker in society, like a lack of liquor and sobriety!" don't slap
@@bumfricker2487 I can't, no, but Chris could.
Now I've seen everything!
Christopher has the most awesome voice in galaxy!
How in the everloving fart is Rocky Horror considered a classic yet this gem goes the way of the ether?
Este señor sabe hacer de todo grandisimo actor siempre me a gustado y me gusta aunque ya no esta pero esta una leyenda eterna una joya de actor y de hombre y ya haciendo de dracula el novamas unico fantastico estupendo atrativo elegante simpatiquisimo......y mas❤❤