May 5th 2024.
The news of actor Bernard Hill's passing at the age of 79 has left BBC viewers feeling emotional, especially after watching his final TV role in the show The Responder. The national broadcaster announced his death on Sunday, just hours before the release of the second season of the BBC drama, which stars Martin Freeman. Hill was best known for his performances in iconic films such as Titanic, The Lord of the Rings, and TV series Boys from the Blackstuff.
In The Responder, Hill played the role of Tom, the father of lead character Chris Carson, a police officer who becomes embroiled in a dangerous drug war in Liverpool. The father-son duo had explosive scenes together, as they argued about their past and Tom's violent actions towards his ex-wife. Viewers were moved by Hill's performance, with some calling it a perfect tribute to the late actor.
Many were surprised to see Hill appear on their screens on the same day as his passing, with some commenting on the coincidence and praising his talent. In an interview before his death, Hill shared that it was a challenging role as not much was established about his character's backstory in the first season. He relied on his co-star Freeman's performance to inform his own, which ultimately revealed the character of Tom.
Hill also spoke about the complex relationship between Tom and Chris, saying that the son wants to be a better father and not repeat the mistakes of his own father. The actor also shared that he had a good working relationship with Freeman, having spent time with him on the set of The Hobbit in New Zealand.
Director of BBC drama Lindsay Salt paid tribute to Hill, stating that he had an incredible talent and had an enduring career filled with remarkable roles. She also expressed the BBC's honor to have worked with him on The Responder and other projects. The show is currently streaming on BBC iPlayer.
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