Braveheart

Review: Braveheart is a violent, passionate epic about the real-life Scottish hero William Wallace, a common man who led a revolt against the ruling English that eventually led to the independence of Scotland. Gibson (Mad Max: Beyond Thunderdome), who starred, produced and directed, deserves a lot of credit for undertaking such an ambitious project and making it very entertaining. The almost three-hour film rarely drags. Braveheart will probably be most remembered for it's battles, which are huge, bloody spectacles. The cinematography and musical score are beautiful as well. If you enjoyed this film, I recommend another grand epic...Gladiator. -Review by Aaron Caldwell