Solid movie, but unencumbered by the facts.

Rating: Null/10 (6 July 2003)

This is a solid action movie, but takes tremendous "artistic license" with the facts. The battle of Stirling was won by the tactics at the bridge. There is no bridge in this version. The real Princess Isabelle was too young for Mel at the time of the story. Kilts weren't worn by Scotsmen at the time. Blue face paint was not used. The movie is shot through with this type of Hollywood embellishment. However, If you can push history aside for a couple of hours, you will enjoy this ultimate action flic.
Incidentally, the previous comment: "The Patriot" where he there is fighting in the Civil War . . ." is a bit off key also. That would be the REVOLUTIONARY WAR, folks.