Notes
The film won five 1995 Academy Awards: Picture, Director,
Cinematography, Makeup, and Sound Effects. Released theatrically in
the USA May 24, 1995. Color by Rank. Shot in Panavision on location
in Scotland, Ireland, and Ardmore Film Studios. Prints by DeLuxe;
originated on Eastman colour film from Kodak. Additional cast:
James Robinson (Young William), Sean Lawlor (Malcolm Wallace),
Sandy Nelson (John Wallace), Alan Tall (Elder Stewart), Andrew Weir
(Young Hamish), Gerda Stevenson (Mother MacClannough), Ralph Riach
(Priest No. 1), Mhairi Calvey (Young Murron), Stephen Billington
(Phillip), Tommy Flanagan (Morrison), Julie Austin (Mrs. Morrison),
Joanne Bett (Toothless Girl), Rupert Vansittart (Lord Bottoms),
Robert Paterson (Priest No. 2), Malcolm Tierney (Magistrate),
William Mason (Corporal), Tam White (MacGregor), Donal Gibson
(Stewart), Jeanne Marine (Nicolette); Martin Dunne (Lord
Dolecroft), Fred Chiverton (Leper's Caretaker), and Jimmy Chisholm
(Faudron). Additional credits: Paul Tucker (production &
financial controller), Nick Powell (sword master), Tony Smart
(horse master), Angels & Bermans, Academy Costumes, Royal
National Theater Hire, Royal Shakespeare Company Costume Hire,
Farani, Tirelli Costumi Rome, G.P.II, and E. Rancati (costumiers),
Patrick Kinney, David Carrigan, Paul Gray, Kate Hazell (assistant
directors), Peter Agnew, Paul Barnes, Charlotte Somers (2nd unit
directors). Copyright 1995 B.H. Finance C.V.
Description
An epic, action-filled retelling of the saga of the legendary 13th-century Scottish hero William Wallace, known to his countrymen as Braveheart. Devoted to his country and to revenge, Wallace rallies the Scots against the tyrannical British monarch Edward I to win freedom for his people. Academy Award nominations: 10. Academy Awards: 5, including Best Picture, Best Director--Mel Gibson, and Best Cinematography.
Synopsis
This Academy Award-winning film is based on the life of legendary Scottish hero William Wallace. During the 13th century, Wallace returns to his homeland, Scotland, after the death of the king -- who left no heir. The political landscape is precarious, for Edward the Longshanks, King of England, has captured Scotland's throne and threatens the freedom of all Scottish people. However, Wallace refuses to succumb to the new rule, and with his fierce patriotism and determination, he gathers an amateur, but passionately rebellious army. Although this makeshift force may be outnumbered by the English troops, their desperation and love for their land succeed in expelling the King of England from their beloved country.