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Braveheart, 1995

Starring: Mel Gibson, Sophie Marceau

Directed by: Mel Gibson

Written by: Randall Wallace

Language: English, French, Latin

Country: USA

Runtime: 177 min

MPAA Rating: R

Rating:8.4

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Braveheart can be described as sincere, rough, and exciting. The plot revolves around leadership, a tragic hero, and underdogs. The main genres are drama, period, and war. In terms of style, Braveheart has a Hollywood tone and is epic. In approach, it is serious and realistic. It is set, at least in part, in a battlezone. Braveheart is located in Scotland. It takes place in the middle ages. It is drawn from a biography and originally a true story. Braveheart has received attention for being a modern classic, an Oscar winner, and a blockbuster. It is well suited for a boys' night. Note that it involves strong violent content.

Summary of Braveheart

Mel Gibson directs and stars in this Academy Award-winning epic based on the life of legendary thirteenth century Scottish hero William Wallace. Returning to his homeland following the death of an heirless king, Wallace (Mel Gibson) finds the political landscape precarious. Edward the Longshanks, King of England (Patrick McGoohan), has captured Scotland's throne and threatens the freedom of all Scottish people, as tyrannical policies instituted by the English plague the Scots. Initially, Wallace is content to stand by the wayside, yearning for the simple life of building a home and raising a family. However, when the woman he loves (Catherine McCormack) suffers a cruel fate at the hands of English soldiers, Wallace takes a stand against the new rule. With his fierce patriotism and determination, he gathers an amateur but passionately rebellious army. Although this makeshift force may be outnumbered by the English troops, their desperation and love for their land surpass any military maneuvers, as evidenced in the film's breathtaking battle sequences.

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Language:	English, French, Latin
Country:	USA
Release date:	18 May 1995
Runtime:	177 min
Awards:	Academy Awards

Awards

John Toll for Best Cinematography at the 1995 Academy Awards

Mel Gibson for Best Director at the 1995 Academy Awards

Awarded Best Picture at the 1995 Academy Awards

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Mel Gibson

as William Wallace

Sophie Marceau

as Princess Isabelle

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Brendan Gleeson, Mel Gibson and David O'Hara in Braveheart (1995)

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USA Today

Tempers moments of despair with deliriously romantic passages abetted by James Horner's traditionally lush score and photography by John Toll ("Legends of the Fall's" Oscar winner). Full Review

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by: Mike Clark

The Globe and Mail (Toronto)

Despite a formidable effort and occasional grace, there's something cowardly about Braveheart -- it's an aspiring giant with a diminutive soul. Full Review

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by: Rick Groen

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Braveheart review:

An unforgettable and very moving Medieval epic based on the true story of the Scottish hero William Wallace, who liberated Scotland from the tyrannical rulership of one of history's most infamous leaders, Edward Longshanks of England. Although not... Read and rate it

14.June.2011
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by: Symeon
Symeon rated this movie10/10Must See

When you hear critics talk about "an epic for the ages" this is the kind of film they are talking about. This is by far my favorite movie of all time. The love story, the history, the epic battles. There is nothing this movie could do better. This... Read and rate it

26.July.2010
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by: Ryan
Ryan rated this movie0/10

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