Braveheart
Directed by Mel Gibson
Het einde van de 13e eeuw: William Wallace is een Schotse rebel die een verzet leidt tegen de wrede Engelse heerser Edward the Longshanks. Als klein jongetje zag William zijn vader en broer vermoord worden in een poging om Schotland te bevrijden.
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- Daniel Gustavsson13 oktober 2024Amazing and epic movie. It may not be very accurate, but as a movie, it's just super ambitious and delivers on almost all fronts.
- tristan.hu21 maart 2026Freedoooommmmmm!!!!!
- makdelart20 februari 2026A wonderful film that warms the heart. An epic spectacle, but one that should not be treated as a source of historical knowledge.
- maub1712 februari 2026Excellent movie!!!
- Aidan Zev12 februari 2025This made me feel like I was wearing a kilt on a mountain top bearing a long sword and oaken shield next to my fellow Scottish countrymen. Feeling a smooth breeze on my inner thighs as I chant “Wallace! Wallace!”. 10/10, would die gloriously in such a battle.
- Adam Abaza10 februari 2026It's not just a historical film; it's a cinematic epic that blends human drama with heroic battles, romance with bloodshed, and reality with myth. Its power lies in its ability to stir deep emotions in the viewer, making the cause of freedom seem timeless and universal. Even more than a quarter of a century after its release, it retains its place as one of the greatest epic films in cinematic history.
- ርልዪረ26 januari 2025🗡️Time for some people to lighten up. The number of complaints about lack of historical accuracy in this post are a bit overwhelming when one considers that it is a STORY. It's like a tv film "based on a true story" where the operative phrase is "BASED ON". Many contributors have criticised the timing of events in the film or some particularly bad error (like the senior Robert Bruce betraying Wallace), but it's all done in the name of telling an exciting story and it must be admitted that "Braveheart" IS an exciting story. When "Braveheart" was first released in cinemas, I went to see it and there was a guy PICKETING the cinema, handing out leaflets decrying the inaccuracies (especially the part played by Robert Bruce). The scenery is superb (even if it IS Ireland - cheaper than Scotland, apparently), the story has ingredients of history and romance (even if they're sometimes misplaced) and the battle scenes are pretty realistic (they couldn't be anything other than gory, considering the available weapons). Credit must also go to the actors, with a special mention for Patrick McGoohan who steals the show as the particularly nasty English king, Edward I. So what if an amount of poetic licence has been used? It's a story - get over it. For an accurate physical portrayal of William Wallace, Mel Gibson would be unsuited to the role. I suspect that most "Braveheart" viewers haven't been to the Wallace monument near Stirling, but it's highly recommended. A climb up the 246 steps of the spiral staircase of the tower affords a view over the landscape where Wallace is said to have watched the English troops assembling before the battle of Stirling Bridge. Incidentally, Stirling Bridge crossed the river Forth and was only wide enough for two horsemen to ride side-by-side - thus was the battle won - by a gradual slaughter of the English forces as they crossed the river. In the film there is no bridge, and the "Forth" is a small, dry ditch that is easily crossed by a force of cavalry dozens wide. The claymore said to have belonged to Wallace can be seen these days in an exhibition room at the base of the tower. This sword measures 1.63m (5' 4") long and weighs almost 3 kg. A two-handed sword like this would have been used by a man of about 6' 7" tall when the average man in 12th Century Scotland stood around 5 feet tall (source: BBC). Therefore, another example of poetic licence. If you accept that this was a film BASED ON a true story and not a historical documentary, then it has all of the ingredients of a good action drama. It's all about suspending disbelief for a few hours and enjoying a yarn. I suspect that it attracted few students of Scottish history - except those who were desperate to rubbish it. As entertainment, it gets top marks⚔️
- TomVader28 mei 2025This is an epic costume story of a Scottish hero. From what I understand, this is the mythical version of the story, and the real story isn't quite like what they show in the movie. Still, it feels very realistic, except for some of the visions he has. The battle scenes are full of action, bloody, and will keep you on the edge of your seat. The accents are a little distracting, but I got used to them without too much effort. The movie does seem like it could have been a little shorter, and some of the scenes drag on what feels like too long. This is one of those movies that I watch about once every year, and enjoy it every time.
- Elliot0473 februari 2026Ok, I realised that I suddenly started speaking in Scottish English after watching the film. I started saying things like shite, and bullocks, weird, ain't it.
- Hakihiko11 oktober 2025Epic, Stirring, and Unforgettable in Spirit “Braveheart” stands as one of the most powerful and emotionally charged historical epics ever made — a film that, despite its imperfections and liberties with history, delivers a deeply moving and cinematic experience. Mel Gibson’s direction is bold and sweeping, filled with grandeur and grit, while his performance as William Wallace embodies the raw defiance and passion that drive the story forward. The battle sequences remain some of the most intense and viscerally shot ever put on screen — brutal, chaotic, yet beautifully staged, giving the sense of both the horror and heroism of war. The cinematography captures the natural beauty of the Scottish landscape, turning it into both a character and a symbol of freedom. James Horner’s score is haunting and magnificent, elevating nearly every emotional moment. If there’s a flaw, it’s in the runtime and occasional dramatic excess — some parts could have been tighter, and the romantic subplots feel slightly overplayed. Still, those are small drawbacks in a film that combines emotional depth, powerful storytelling, and visual spectacle so effectively. “Braveheart” may not be historically precise, but as a cinematic experience, it’s stirring, memorable, and timeless.
- Sarah J29 januari 2026Sure, William Wallace never sacked York or had a dalliance with an English queen (among other things), but it makes for a great story. What a legend. What an epic.
- Cubane7 december 2025Mel Gibson may not be Scottish, but he is an angry drunk, which I'm told is the most important prerequisite.
- L C15 juli 2025Was so good it made me cry. I will never forget it.
- CravanThePugilist3 november 2025Absolutely legendary film. I didn't see this til I was in my 20s I don't think, & I just wasn't expecting it to actually live up to the hype. It did. Times ten. The movie version (I understand the historical accuracy is EXTREMELY dodgy with this film) of William Wallace is just such a likeable guy - him at the start, before there's war & revolution, just hanging out in the village - it surprised me, it warmed me. & then once there IS revolution - damn. Movie be wildin'.
- theLillyPad16 oktober 2025They don't make 'm like this anymore. Mel Gibson's Braveheart throws history to the wind in order to portray a powerful story about leadership, masculinity, love, and patriotism. You will belly laugh at some parts and be inspired by others. At some points, you'll want to go, grab a sword, and fight for freedom. I pine for movies with universal themes like this nowadays. This isn't crowded out by modern political statements or stuck between two sides of the culture war. The fourth wall is firmly intact, there's no quips or undercutting, no expectations are being half-hazardly subverted. Men can be men, women can be women, and ideas we all hold valuable are championed. Braveheart is inspiring, heart-wrenching, and beautiful. Its villains are evil, its heroes are heroic, and its women are beautiful. It perfectly executes everything it intends to do--just don't come looking for anything akin to historicity!
Braveheart Trivia
Braveheart was released on 24 mei 1995.
Braveheart was directed by Mel Gibson.
Braveheart has a runtime of 2 u, 58 m.
Braveheart was produced by Bruce Davey, Alan Ladd Jr., Mel Gibson.
Het einde van de 13e eeuw: William Wallace is een Schotse rebel die een verzet leidt tegen de wrede Engelse heerser Edward the Longshanks. Als klein jongetje zag William zijn vader en broer vermoord worden in een poging om Schotland te bevrijden.
The key characters in Braveheart are William Wallace (Mel Gibson), Murron MacClannough (Catherine McCormack), Princess Isabelle (Sophie Marceau).
Braveheart is rated 16.
Braveheart is an Action, Drama, Historisch film.
Braveheart has an audience rating of 8.5 out of 10.
Braveheart had a budget of US$ 72 mln..
Braveheart has made US$ 213,2 mln. at the box office.