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a historical masterpiece implanted in the depths of my mind.

I thought this movie was by far the one of the very best movies ever to enter the cinema and video world. I loved it so much because it dealt with problems much different from today. The need for freedom was something I took for granted before I saw this film and it taught me to fight for what I believe is right, even though it doesn't involve war and stuff. Personal obstacles was what I derrived from it. Determination was the main ingredient here along with a little vengance. I recomend this to anyone who appreciates historical legends and myths that serve as a basis for a culture in different aspects. I agree too that this movie should have one every award imaginable at the academy awards.

Scotish history in all it's Celtic glory -

What hasn't been said about this glorious film event? It has all the elements of the all-time great epic movies: great scenery, great story, great action, great music, great direction and great stars. Mel Gibson is, quite simply, one of the finest storytellers in the film industry today. Writer Randall Wallace (no relation to William Wallace) has the wonderful ability to tell a portion of the history of Scotland without making us feel small for not knowing about it ahead of time. Very few people DO know much Scotish history. Sure, some of the story was a little farfetched, and some of it was not quite true. Then again, some of the things William Wallace did just couldn't be shown on screen - they're too grossly gory for even the most callous of late 20th century viewers. The supporting cast was excellent, believable and altogether Celtic in their enjoyment of a good fight. With touches of humor, life in the war-camps, the trials of arrainged marriages in the Middle Ages and the foolish ambitions of egotistical polititions, we could almost feel that this wonderful movie was meant to be a documentary instead of the fabulous fictional story of a truly great man. Mel Gibson deserves all the accolades he has gotten for his glorious brave heart.

Honestly, one the best movies I've ever seen.

I watch Braveheart at least one time a month. Mel Gibson is the greatest, I love to watch him in movies. He's also the only man I know that can wear a skirt and still be sexy. Love you Mel Peggy Rogers

Compelling Scottish Epic

This is an emotionally stirring epic that lights the fire of pride in the belly of any Scot, or persons of Scottish blood. Finally the world over will realize what real men Scots are, and that kilts are not skirts, and bagpipes are worth listening to. Sadly, it took a hollywood rendition to make many realize it. Anyways, Mel Gibson proves there is more to him than Lethal Weapon. However, being a descendant of Robert the Bruce I was dissapointed in the inaccurate portrayal of the mighty leader. Upon a trip to Scotland I discovered he is just as reverred as William Wallace. For those who don't believe me, read King of Scots. This historically accurate book will introduce the reader to a man with just as much passion and raw courage as Mel Gibson's William Wallace. Believe me, he was not the "wimp" that Braveheart made him out to be. To make a movie about the true Robert the Bruce would have been even more provoking.

The greatest

I believe this is the greatest movie ever made. The production easily equals GWTW, but slightly edges it out because of the rousing themes of true love, courage, self-sacrifice. This movie should have sweeped the oscars, but only won best picture and director because of the Hollywood community's intense hatred of conservative moral themes. The pathetic bias is revealed by the fact that this literary masterpiece was beaten for best original screenplay by "The Usual Suspects." Puhleeeze. Anybody see it? (didn't think so)

It's the best movie I have ever seen.

I'm realy fond of Mel Gebson , he is the first star. I liked very much this movie and I realy craied 4 times while I was watching it. i also used to watch it at least twice a month.

The movie is awsome

They had to many characters. The Irishman, the old man, his son, and Wallace could have defeated the entire British army themselves.

mildy entertaining

Who wrote the lines for the princess? Sure she looked great, but wouldn't it have been better if she had some depth? When Mel asks her why she is helping him, she breathes "because of the way you're looking at me now..." Come on! Give us some credit. I like to imagine her saying something like "because the King's an a** who will ruin us" or "I believe in your cause." Mel's sexy and all, but is he really worth the secrets of a kingdom?

My favorite all time movie.

the first time I saw Braveheart I was amazed. I dreamt abot it for weeks and thought about it all the time. I kept watching it over and over and still couldn't get enough. this movie is one of the greats and will always be thought as so. See it now!

Gripping view of Scottish history

Yes, it's historically not quite accurate. Yes, it's extremely gory. Yes, Mel Gibson gets upstaged at times. And yes, it won the Best Picture and Best Director Academy Awards for a reason. It's a great picture. It has humor, pathos, romance, regret, hate, joy, intimate moments and epic ones, action scenes and great music. What's not to like? Be sure to get the wide screen version, lest you miss some of the bits of business that were so important but not directly in the center of the screen. Then sit back and enjoy movie making at its best.

superb

one of the best Epic/historical movies ever (+ or minus some minor costume and historical flaws.

We want the DVD of this !!!

buy the DVD ! buy the soundtrack !

Exciting mixture of history, fiction, passion, and romance.

This movie had quite an impact on me -- so much so that I watched it dozens of times. To tell you the truth, however, this movie is much more powerful on a big screen, but since that is not always a convenient option, the video is the next best thing. I liked every aspect of this movie: the cast, the script, the music, the cinematography, the performance, the editing, the costumes, the horsemanship, the sets. It is based on a true story, but is highly fictionalized. I think a more accurate movie could be made that would be just as exciting. I'm glad that this film won so many awards (e.g. Mel Gibson won Best Director from both the Oscars and the Golden Globes), because I think it deserved to. I didn't even notice flaws in the film until I had seen it over a dozen times. The story is extremely intense. It is very violent and graphic, but it still conveys some messages on values, such as integrity. I might also add that there are some extremely beautiful women in this movie; the bloody war and politics are offset by moments of sweet romance. This film is as stimulating to the ears as it is to the eyes, mind, and heart. In addition to the great sound editing, and beautiful music, you get to hear many interesting languages and dialects. Most of the movie is in modern English, but you get to hear it spoken in interesting English and Scottish accents. The man who played Malcolm Wallace had the best, most exotic sounding Scottish accent of all; I wished he was featured in more of the movie just so I could listen to him talk. There are small scenes in French, with subtitles, and a bit of Latin, too. There are words from the Scots dialect of English, and even a few Gaelic words if you listen carefully! The medieval world would be an awful place to live (and die), but it's exciting to pay that world a small, three-hour visit through a well done film like this. END

Best Guy Movie of all time!

Truly one of Mel Gibson's best movies. Choriography of battle scenes are superb and without a doubt one of the top ten best guy movies of all time ranked up with Star Wars. This movie is not for those weak stomachs, but the violance in this movie is not senseless. I rank this an 11 out of 10!

Awesome experience. Braveheart touches forgotten emotions.

Braveheart is easily at the top of my all time favorite movies. To say I was awe struck by the wide array of emotions I felt is an understatement. I believe it captured the true essence of life, living and warfare in medieval times. The battle scenes are perhaps more graphic than necessary. This is the only negative comment I have heard from anyone else who has seen it. This movie is clearly a LOVE STORY about a man who spends his early days in search of peace. When his one true love is cruelly killed, his passion for his lost Maran is replaced by an equal passion for the freedom of his country.

I've never believed in reincarnation, but this movie touched something in me that I haven't felt before. It was as though I was there. Not on the set or grandstands watching the filming. I was in Scotland in the 1200's. I connected with Braveheart like no other movie ever before or since.

Mr. Mel Gibson is to be commended for putting together such a masterpiece. This is clearly the best of the best. I hope there is never a sequel as it could never equal much less surpass Braveheart.

Bizarre. Blue Velvet in Kilts

This is one of the most bizarre and disturbing films I have ever seen. A fairly predictable little story about a specific fight for freedom is turned by Mel Gibson into a picture of twisted masculine desire that makes Blue Velvet look like Barney's Picnic Adventure. Watch this movie, and think about what Freud would have made of all those men sticking REALLY BIG SWORDS into each other. It is not a pretty picture.

GREATEST MOVIE EVER MADE

Braveheart is definitely the greatest movie known to man. Its a story of a simple man who wanted nothing more than freedom. That man is Sir William Wallace. I am very thankful for Braveheart. If it wasnt for Braveheart I would never have heard of this great scotsman. Mel Gibson did a wonderful job of portraying the life of Wallace. If you never heard of William Wallace I strongly urge you to watch this passionate, emotional, courageous, and inspiring story. Thank you Mel Gibson and Randall Wallace for giving us the oportunity to enjoy this film.

Great !

This movie is one of the best movies ever made. It had romance, action and suspence and Braveheart is an excellent film but it created a false image of William Wallace. Wallace was a 6'9" character that looked like Amish more than Gibson. He was a bigger disgrace to Scotland more than a hero at that time.

An action packed thriller and heart breaker

This is a great movie this is one of the few movies that tell it how it is how often does the hero die. I loved Mel Gibson in this he really put enough feeling in this to make some one cry. The lines were superbly spoken (Escpecially William Wallace& Robert the Bruce). The battles and the gore of this movie may be overwhelming but I suggest you see it any way. I'm not much a fan of love stories but I must say this is the best I've seen. This has been my favorite movie since it first came out I even like the previews more than some movies. I and all my friends suggest you see it

braveheart is the best acted,filmed ,and directed movie made

braveheart is the best movie in film history. mel gibson himself is easly rated by many people the best actor and director the world has ever nown . he is eceptionally good in braveheart. he plays William Wallice a scottish rebel who only wanted one thing for all scots ,somethig they have never known freedom. I definately give it infinate stars and recomend it for anyone who has good taste.

best mel gibson film to date,

this is the best film i have ever seen.it has everything,suspence,action and romance.it deserves every oscar it got