Who plays William Wallace in Braveheart?
Expert on Medieval Scotland Sharon L. Krossa PhD isn’t a big fan of Mel Gibson’s epic Braveheart (1995). In the box-office smash, Gibson plays William Wallace, leader of the Scottish rebellion against King Edward I of England during the First War of Scottish Independence.
What is the most memorable scene in Braveheart?
Braveheart is swords and sandals on steroids and its battle scenes were some of the most frenetic, bloody and bold captured on celluloid. But louder than even the din of clashing metal and torn limbs was the rousing speech Wallace gives his troops before that final battle, which has become one of the most memorable scenes in cinema.
Was Braveheart historically inaccurate?
In 1995, audiences likely weren’t aware how historically inaccurate the film was but it’s doubtful they cared. Braveheart is swords and sandals on steroids and its battle scenes were some of the most frenetic, bloody and bold captured on celluloid.
How much did Braveheart make?
Etcetera, ad naseum. After playing in cinemas for over a year, winning five Academy Awards (including Best Picture and Best Director) and making over $222,000,000 at the box office (remember it’s 1995 and there’s no MCU), Braveheart was well and truly part of the cultural zeitgeist, evidenced in all its parodies and homages.
William Wallace Speech - Braveheart