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Braveheart is a 1995 American epic historical drama film directed and produced by Mel Gibson, who portrays Scottish warrior William Wallace in the First War of Scottish Independence against King Edward I of England.
The most popular tales are not supported by documentary evidence, but they show Wallace’s firm hold on the imagination of his people. A huge monument (1861–69) to Wallace stands atop the rock of Abbey Craig near Stirling. Mel Gibson portrayed Wallace in Braveheart (1995), an Academy Award-winning film that was loosely based on Wallace’s life.
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- William Wallace was one of Scotland’s greatest national heroes. He led the Scottish resistance forces during the first years of the long and ultima...
- On August 5, 1305, William Wallace was arrested near Glasgow. Taken to London, he was condemned as a traitor to the king even though, as he maintai...
- William Wallace is remembered for leading the Scottish resistance forces during the struggle to free Scotland from English rule. Many of the popula...
"We come here with no peaceful intent, but ready for battle, determined to avenge our wrongs and set our country free." — William Wallace before the Battle with the English. In 1280 AD, Wallace wanted to go alongside his father and brother to a peaceful meeting with Edward I of England, William's father told him to stay at the farm. However, he snuck behind him and when he entered the barn ...
Oct 5, 2019 · In Braveheart, William Wallace and his mates smear their faces in blue, trying to appear fearsome in battle. Although it is not historically inaccurate that in some cultures, warriors painted their faces before battle, in Scotland, or Caledonia, as the Romans called it, it didn’t happen during the events of the movie.
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- Angus MacFadyen (Robert the Bruce) Although Robert the Bruce is heralded in Scottish history, he left behind a complicated legacy. "Braveheart" characterizes the not-yet crowned Scottish king as a betrayer of William Wallace until he has second thoughts and takes up the mantle of Wallace's fight for freedom.
- Peter Hanly (Prince Edward) In "Braveheart," the smarmy Prince Edward makes a great foil for the over-the-top heroism of William Wallace — he is a villain audiences love to hate.
- Brendan Gleeson (Hamish) As William Wallace's best friend Hamish in "Braveheart," Brendan Gleeson is fiercely loyal, funny, and exuberant. Before the movie's release, the actor played Michael Collins in the Irish television film, "The Treaty."
- Patrick McGoohan (King Edward I) In "Braveheart," King Edward I, also known by the moniker "Longshanks," set the bar for all future cinematic royal villains.
Sep 18, 2024 · The Guardian - Braveheart: dancing peasants, gleaming teeth and a cameo from Fabio (Sep. 18, 2024) Braveheart, historical epic film, released in 1995, that was directed by and starred Mel Gibson and was loosely based on the story of 13th-century Scottish leader William Wallace. The movie was a surprise winner of the Academy Award for best picture.
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May 24, 1995 · Braveheart: Directed by Mel Gibson. With James Robinson, Sean Lawlor, Sandy Nelson, James Cosmo. Scottish warrior William Wallace leads his countrymen in a rebellion to free his homeland from the tyranny of King Edward I of England.
