Big Swords, Middle Age Battles and Great ActingWhat Else is Needed?

Rating: 10/10 (17 November 2016)

Definitely one of Mel's finest movies, but then again, I could say that about pretty much anything else he has had his hand in. I could watch this flick over and over, just to hear that word, "freedom." I know there has been some criticism about his 'Scottish Accent' – pfffft – I wouldn't know a good one if it came up and bit me – so I thought it was outstanding. There is no holding a candle to this man's abilities. Enough talk about Mr. Gibson for the moment. Now for the rest of the cast, let's see...there was that New Yorker, Patrick McGoohan who, as always, was perfect...and yes, he was born in New York. And then there were other folk running around and doing stuff in the movie, but I really don't know who they are and nor do I care. An emotional plot with lots of fighting and sword play and fighting and battles and fighting and loud yelling and fighting – and that is all I need. The other movie stuff – filming, production and cinematography were all outstanding. That guy directing, Mel Gibson, did his always flawless job of tying the whole movie into a superior package. I will remind those who question the historical accuracies (or inaccuracies), please remember this is not real – it's only a movieit really is. In other words, it's not real, it's only a movie. So please, no tears. AnywaysI enjoyed this movie and anything else Mel puts on the screen.