True July 4th Film

Rating: 9/10 (10 July 2000)

This movie is most like Braveheart, carrying many of the same strengths, showcasing similar talents and strengths. Although a glamorized version of a certain part of the revolutionary war(to much the same degree as the history in Braveheart), it still rings true with the most important elements, and creates an interesting look into how this nation was forged. You see the blood and mettle and metal in the battlefield. It does contain some disturbingly violent scenes, but no more than expected for this film.
The one weakness is that too much rides on Mel Gibson's character, but the film makers also seem to have realized that and alter the movie enough to make it unique and enjoyable.