The Patriot (2000)

2000 • 164 minuuttia

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In 1776 South Carolina, widower Benjamin Martin (Gibson) finds himself thrust into the midst of the American Revolutionary War as he helplessly watches his family being torn apart by the savage forces of the British Redcoats. When his oldest son's wife is ruthlessly killed, and his young son is shot through the back before his eyes, Martin is unable to suppress the soldier within that he tried to bury with his own military past. Unable to remain silent, he recruits a band of unlikely volunteers to take up arms against the British. Fighting to protect his famliy's freedom and his country's independence, Martin discovers the pain of betrayal, the redemption of revenge, and the passion of love. © 2000 Global Entertainment Productions GmbH & Co. Movie KG. All Rights Reserved.

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After 30 minutes I could watch no more... the movie was quickly turning into a kids' super hero movie. It reached an early climax when Benjamin Martin's (Gibson), with the help of his two young boys (ages 6-10?), ambush a British unit marching through the woods. During the ambush the British look like bumbling fools who can't shoot, while Martin and his boys can't miss. Martin soon engages in hand to hand combat. The fight scene was ridiculously unbelievable. Martin takes on 3-4 Red Coats at a time and finds a way to kill each one. This is an action movie for adolescents and not a historical drama.

The movie was absolutely amazing I loved the whole movie start to finnish. I think that everyone did an amazing job and it did show how the Revolutionary War was. There was romance, adventure, and a little comedy so there was a little something for everyone. But I would rate this movie a 10 and if your into war or history movies I think you will love this as much as I did. 😀😀

I saw this movie in the theatre fifteen years ago. It's message and presentation have endured well my opinion. This is one of Mel Gibson's finest pieces of work. Heath Ledger and Lisa Brenner both give wonderful performances. I wish Mel was still making films like this.