Braveheart, Widescreen Edition DVD Review

William Wallace, aka Braveheart, was an independent individual and a hero by chance. I have seen Braveheart, the movie, and there have been several documentaries presenting his history. Braveheart was produced, directed and starred by Mel Gibson. I believe this is one of his best films.

The film won five Academy Awards at the 68th Academy Awards, including the Oscar for best fictional film, Academy Award for Best Picture and Best Director, and had been nominated for an additional five. The film was produced by Icon Productions for 20th Century Fox.

Mel Gibson's performance in Braveheart was true to the legend that is William Wallace. For those who have not seen the film, William Wallace lived in Scotland and the oppressive rule of Edward I of England, aka "Longshanks", led to the death of Wallace's father and brother. Wallace was raised abroad by his uncle. Wallace returned to Scotland intent on avoiding the ongoing troubles. Wallace rekindles a romance with a childhood friend, Murron. This is a relationship that is doomed from the onset. Her death sets Wallace on a path that creates the legend. An enraged Wallace, with the assistance of the local villagers, storm the English garrison. Wallace proceeds to confront the sheriff saying, "I am William Wallace." Wallace then cuts the sheriff's throat with the same dagger the sheriff used to kill Murron.

This is just the beginning. If you want to know more about the William Wallace legend, I recommend this film. I thoroughly enjoyed Braveheart.