Alan Rickman would have turned 75 on February 21st. Today we decided to honor the memory of the great British villain, who in real life was the soul of the company.
Alan Rickman's English is very recognizable. And even among native speakers, it sounds special. This is because it is one of the cleanest received pronunciation accents among actors. "Crystal clear and perfect for villains," as The Times called it .
Today we will figure out what is so special about the accent of Alan Rickman and his movie characters.
Why Alan Rickman's accent is so recognizable
Rickman received an aristocratic accent at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Arts, where he entered at the age of 26.
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