Highly Entertaining Period Drama

Rating: 8/10 (21 May 2013)

Judy Garland sang it best, "A clown with his pants falling down, or the dance thats a dream of romance, or the scene where the villain is mean That's Entertainment!" It is understandable that the Brits have disdain for this movie as it certainly takes liberties with the truth and shows them in a bad light. All directors have creative license to maximize the entertainment value even at the expense of rewriting history if it is necessary. This is a work of fiction loosely based on events and people at that time. It is not a documentary proclaiming that all you are about to see is factual. Gibson is great in the role of Benjamin Martin, but it is his adversary that makes the movie special. Jason Isaacs was masterful in his portrayal of the sadistic Col William Tavington. A supporting cast that includes the impeccable Tom Wilkinson, Joley Richardson and Heath Ledger only adds to the enjoyment of a memorable movie. That Is Entertainment!