A group of Scottish freedom fighters rebel against their English masters during the 13th Century.

Rating: 9/10 (31 March 2005)

This is one of the few great movies of the 20th century. Behind a beautiful European backdrop, Braveheart features an amazing performance by actor/director Mel Gibson as freedom fighter William Wallace. Avenging the death of his wife (Catherine McCormack) William Wallace unites the many clans of Scotland to fight against the English and their ruthless king, Edward the Longshanks. With the help of his friends and the love of a beautiful French queen (Sophie Marceau) Wallace must risk everything to free his people and restore life to his native land.
With a mixture of amazing locations, breathtaking acting, brutal war images and an enduring theme, Braveheart will be remembered as one of the greatest movies ever made. Winner of 5 Academy Awards including Best Picture and Best Director, it deserves its place next to the other great film classics.
Other recommended films are Gladiator, Lawerence of Arabia, and Spartacus.