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Braveheart

Name: Braveheart
Director: Mel Gibson
Genre: Action, Drama, History, War
Released: 1995-01-01
Duration: 178 min
Rating: 7.9
Cast: Mel Gibson, Catherine McCormack, Sophie Marceau, Patrick McGoohan, Angus Macfadyen

1995Dir. Mel Gibson2h 58m

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Runtime2h 58m

Released1995

Budget$72M

Box office$213.2M

DirectorMel Gibson

About This Movie

Braveheart is a sprawling epic that manages to blend raw action with a deeply personal story. Mel Gibson's direction here is a mix of grand battle sequences—those practical effects lend an authenticity that CGI often misses—and intimate moments that really ground the film. The pacing is a bit uneven, but it fits the chaotic feel of rebellion. The performances, especially Gibson as Wallace, carry a lot of emotional weight, making you feel the loss and desperation of the characters. The cinematography captures the rugged beauty of Scotland beautifully, adding a layer of atmosphere that complements the themes of freedom and sacrifice without ever becoming too heavy-handed.

Released in 1995, runs 178 minutes.Won 5 Academy Awards, including Best Picture.Filmed on location in Scotland and Ireland.Score by James Horner features memorable themes.