Braveheart Reborn as Revolutionary War Hero

Rating: 8/10 (4 July 2000)

Yet another Larger than life epic adventure which creates mythic heroes out of actual historic figures(braveheart, Gladiator, The Untouchables). These movies don't provide much in the way of historical accuracy, realism, or detailed character development. What they do provide is an abundance of beautiful sets, scenery, art direction, cinematography and exhilerating action sequences. Minor criticisms aside, the Patriot delivers in Spades. It is probably the best film yet from the Team of Devlin and Emmerich(although, when you take a look at their previous track record, that ain't sayin much), yet Braveheart remains the masterpiece of this genre.