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A review by B_O_M_B_A on The Patriot (Collector's Edition) (DVD) July 16th, 2008
Author's product rating:
Did you enjoy it?
Loved it
Story
Good
Characters / Performances
Outstanding
Special Effects
Good
Soundtrack
Good
Advantages:
Good historical links and great acting
Disadvantages:
Not for younger viewers .
Recommend to potential buyers:
yes
Full review
The film tells the story of Benjamin Martin (Mel Gibson), a war veteran who has settled down for a life with his family of 5 children, unfortunately his wife passed away and now he devotes his life to protecting those who he loves.
The British are invading under General Cornwallis and threaten to destroy all that is dear to Benjamin, not just his country, more importantly, his family.
As much as Benjamin fights the cause of going to war with the British the decision is not his and before long he finds himself drawn into it, largely due to the fact his son Gabriel (Heath ledger) has decided to join the army to follow in his fathers footsteps.
The war eventually arrives at Benjamin's doorstep, and when one of his sons is killed by an unruly lieutenant Martin realises he must fight to rid the British from his land.
Him and Gabriel ride to find all the support they can from the local villages and form a Militia, Martin realises an open plain battle is not the way to defeat the redcoats, he must use his skills in espionage and stealth to succeed.
The story isn't completely focused on war however, it has great character depth and we soon realise that Martin must not just fight for his country but the love of his children. The battles are fast and thrilling, and Mel does a great job of portraying a man intent on revenge for the pain the British have caused him.
You can pick this up for around £3 on Amazon and is well worth a purchase, be warned though, it is around 3 hours in length!
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tyronUK
Mel Gibson has come a long way since his Mad Max days, but this movie is very well presented, ducumenting action of its time. The movie is moving and worth watching, keeping the viewer in suspence. Although drifting slightly away from who Benjamin Martin was, still a well produced movie.
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Plot: Mel Gibson stars in this action-packed historical drama from the director of INDEPENDENCE DAY and GODZILLA. Gibson portrays Benjamin Martin, an unassuming man who is forced to join the American Revolution when the British threaten to take his farm away from him. Together with his patriotic son, Gabriel (Heath Ledger), the pair faces the vicious Redcoats with a heroism that reflects the stubborn pride of a young country's most dedicated supporters. THE PATRIOT is a sweeping epic adventure that sheds light on America's past, and at the same time entertains audiences.
DVD Description
Mel Gibson stars in this action-packed historical drama from the director of INDEPENDENCE DAY and GODZILLA. Gibson portrays Benjamin Martin, an unassuming man who is forced to join the American Revolution when the British threaten to take his farm away from him. Together with his patriotic son, Gabriel (Heath Ledger), the pair faces the vicious Redcoats with a heroism that reflects the stubborn pride of a young country's most dedicated supporters. THE PATRIOT is a sweeping epic adventure that sheds light on America's past, and at the same time entertains audiences.
Release details
DVD Region: DVD
Studio(s): SONY PICTURES HOME ENTERTAINMENT; CINRAM LOGISTICS
Release date: 17/04/2006
No of Discs: 1
Catalogue No: CDR 30441 CE
Barcode: 5035822044197
Production Designer: Kirk Petruccelli
Screenwriter: Roland Emmerich, Dean Devlin, Robert Rodat
Composer: John Williams
Editor: David Brenner
Director of Photography: Caleb Deschanel
Author: Roland Emmerich
Special Effects: Bill Johnson, Stuart Robertson
Executive Producer: Gary Levinsohn, Bill Fay, Roland Emmerich, Ute Emmerich
Special Features: The art of war Featurette , The true patriots Featurette , Visual effects interactive Featurette , Filmographies , Photo Gallery , Storyboard Comparison.
Aspect Ratio: 2.35 Anamorphic Wide Screen
Sound: Dolby Digital 5.1 Surround
Professional reviews
Review: ...Gibson shows an on-screen comfort and expansiveness he has not revealed before... (New York Times, )
...Who can deny a movie that features enough bloody fights, burning houses, and grandiloquent speeches to fill three sequels to GONE WITH THE WIND?..." -- 3 out of 5 stars - A Satisfying Rental (Premiere, )
...THE PATRIOT deserves a salute as the first Hollywood epic about the American Revolution to successfully blend ferocity and feeling... (Rolling Stone, )
...Spectacular battle scenes... (Sight and Sound, )
...Viscerally historical....THE PATRIOT makes a big bang... -- 3 out of 4 stars (USA Today, )
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