One of the all time best movies!

Rating: 10/10 (14 April 2002)

Braveheart has it all. It's a great movie for guys, and a chic flick as well, but not in the traditional sense. Women will love it for romantic aspects, but will cringe at some of the graphic fight scenes. Overall they will love it though, so guys, you can have your cake and eat it too!
Critics have said that the movie has historical flaws, but this is not a stale documentary, it is a movie. I've found that the story is closer to the truth than many critics care to acknowledge. Remember, the English records are going to view William Wallace in not the most favorable light. However, the movie is based in large part on the writings of "Blind" Harry who was not biased against Wallace.
The bottom line is that the movie is well written, directed, and acted. I can't even remember how many Academy Awards it won, but it wasn't enough. The fight scenes alone are some of the most realistic (and graphic) that you could expect to see. It is also inspiring to see men stand up for their beliefs in the face of overwhelming odds when their very lives were at risk.
You can't go wrong with this film unless you are English. *grin*
Two thumbs up, WAY UP!