Oscar-winning legendSean Conneryenjoyed a career renaissance after winning Best Supporting Actor forThe Untouchables.

The Rockis the rare example of an aging star proving that he can physically match men half his age.

Edgar Hoovers secret microfilm containing government secrets.

Sean Connery Channeled An Older James Bond In This Michael Bay Epic (The Rock)

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Yet, he was still constrained by 007s signature traits and fantastical action sequences unsuited for an aging hero.

Such traits make Mason more dangerous than any ofConnerys Bond outings.

As overwhelming as the rescue mission gets, he is fearless in the face of tragedy.

Sean Connery as John Mason in The Rock

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Despite his exploits, all Mason ever wanted was a true relationship with her.

Instead of playing second fiddle to a younger star, Connerys Mason holds his own without much support.

He does it all with the same charismatic wit as 007.

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Despite his expertise in chemical weapons, Goodspeed had never seen combat in his life.

This makes the situation worse when theyre the last men standing in Alcatraz.

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