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Sir Christopher Lee

Stuff You Missed in History Class

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Sir Christopher Lee's Early Acting Career

This chapter discusses Sir Christopher Lee's early acting career, where he was often cast as outsiders and villains due to his height and dark skin. He shares anecdotes about his experiences on stage and on a BBC Magazine program, including accidentally breaking a set and enduring a humorous scene with a co-actor who had gas. Lee also talks about his swordplay skills and his belief that he has been in more sword fights on screen than any other actor. The chapter ends with his first film work and his big break in the Hammer film, Curse of Frankenstein.

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