Braveheart

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Chris B @Papa13070 Jun 1 Mel Gibson not only stars, but also directs one of the greatest historical movies, that have ever been made. While I'm not aware of the historical facts and what parts might be true or not, the appeal of the movie is undeniable. The mix of drama, action and sometimes humor, is perfect. The action scenes are shot great and the intense feeling of being right there, in the battlefield ensues. The movie follows through, from start to finish and movie deservedly got many awards. Be it the acting, the costume department or any other aspect of the film, if you like action movies and/or historical movies, there is absolutely no reason for you not to watch this! Also, Brendon Gleeson and Brian Cox are really at top of their game. See more Haseeb A @iamhaseebaslam May 16 A film that existed before I did, and yet it hit with the kind of weight that makes you feel like you've been waiting your whole life to see it. The first act is quietly devastating. Gibson takes his time building the emotional scaffolding, and by the time the story demands you to care, you already do, deeply and without resistance. That kind of setup is a craft in itself. How do you step outside yourself enough to shape a scene you are simultaneously living inside? Whatever the answer, it works. His presence on screen carries the film, and his vision behind the camera gives it its scale and soul. Not every performance lands with the same conviction. Some of the supporting work feels like it is simply filling space. But the main cast more than compensates, delivering with full commitment to a story that asked a great deal of them. The Academy got it right. Best Picture was not a consolation, it was a verdict. FREEDOM, it turns out, is also just good cinema. See more Cooper C. @Coop5531 May 12 One of The greatest films in history…! See more Rex K. @RT61793587 Apr 28 Really shows scottish patriotism. Although it's not 100% historically accurate, the movie has great battle scenes and a unique romance to it. Overall a fun movie to watch. See more Kevin P @RT55971421 Apr 10 An awesome Medieval war epic of Scotland rebelling against the tyranny of England. Mel Gibson is great and the battle sequences are so grand and exciting. The pacing is great, as each scene building up the momentum for the next. The movie has VERY Questionable historical accuracy. But fortunately, the movie leans heavily more into epic historical fantasy anyways. So, I just treat this like I'm watching Lord of the Rings, without the orcs or hobbits. The cinematography is fantastic, with sweeping landscape shots. The soundtrack is terrific and moving. William and Murron's romance is very cute and sadly cut short. The Scottish revolution is very exciting and satisfying to watch unfold. The battles are epic. The action scenes are brutally gory, but still stylistic and fast-paced enough to stomach. Despite this brutal violence, William is still very likable and earnest. It may be historical fiction, but it's VERY GOOD historical fiction and it kept me on my toes the entire runtime. See more Blake- N @PBSAniDom Apr 3 I really enjoyed Braveheart. It’s an epic in every sense, with масштабные battle scenes and a powerful emotional core that kept me invested the whole time. Mel Gibson delivers a strong performance as William Wallace, bringing both intensity and heart to the role. What stood out most to me was how the film balances large-scale action with personal stakes. The story of freedom and sacrifice feels genuinely impactful, and the soundtrack adds a lot to the overall atmosphere. While it’s long, it rarely feels slow because there’s always something meaningful happening. Overall, I’d give it a 9/10 for its memorable performances, emotional weight, and epic storytelling that still holds up today. See more Read all reviews

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