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JonAOct 14, 2005

The dialog is so embarressingly corny that my father and i laughed at scenes that were suppose to be heartbreaking. some of the action scenes were alright looking but we've seen it all before, truly awful.

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dxnldJun 23, 2017

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Perhaps the most horrendous depiction of 'history' I've ever witnessed. Never, ever, in all my days, have I seen a movie so reckless in it's portrayal of history. The first problem the movie contains is a lack of any recognition of Slavery in America. The main character is based of a revolutionary hero who, owned, raped and killed his slaves as he wished. In fact American Slavery is completely ignored and the arrogant slave owning masters are now British... Just bizarre. The second problem lies in the portrayal of the British Army as Nazi's. A war crime is created (the burning church scene) in order to paint the British as monsters. This event did actually happen might I point out, in 1944 by the Nazis against a French town, literally making the British Appear as Nazis! People do take away lessons from movies and the blatant Anglo-Phobia and rampant lies this movie sells, in a shocking attempt to shove propaganda down your throat, making me feel physically sick.

I mean the battle scenes were good I guess so 10/10… Expand

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NeedForsleepAug 19, 2014

Such a great movie the story is awesome alot of action and every fight scene is dramatic the characters are great Mel gibson and Jason issacs are both really great actors who made this movie alot better! one of my favorite movies of all time!

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Voodoo123Aug 4, 2018

Throw the history books away and feel immersed in a dogmatically written somewhat overlong story of Americas revolutionary period tweaked to full action film mode. 2000's the patriot is beautifully shot with a rousing Jwilliams soundtrack andThrow the history books away and feel immersed in a dogmatically written somewhat overlong story of Americas revolutionary period tweaked to full action film mode. 2000's the patriot is beautifully shot with a rousing Jwilliams soundtrack and excellent cast with good pacing and style. Was suprised it didn't fare better on release and with the critics back in the day but for my money its worth a watch for the cheesy feel good factor alone! Jason Isaac's Tavington ia almost as special as Alan Rickman's sheriff of Nottingham.... almost....… Expand

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Meth-dudeAug 8, 2018

Although it is very cheesy and melodramatic, it's still a solid movie. The acting is great, the cinematography is beautiful, the fight sequences are quite spectacular and despite it's rather long running time, it still manages to beAlthough it is very cheesy and melodramatic, it's still a solid movie. The acting is great, the cinematography is beautiful, the fight sequences are quite spectacular and despite it's rather long running time, it still manages to be entertaining all the way through. If you're looking for a good, historical, war drama you will probably enjoy the movie.… Expand

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FilipeNetoJun 28, 2018

Roland Emmerich saw Mel Gibson's "Braveheart" and what did he do? He thought the US should have its own Braveheart and called Gibson to help, giving him the lead role. This film begins badly: as I had occasion to refer to when I reviewedRoland Emmerich saw Mel Gibson's "Braveheart" and what did he do? He thought the US should have its own Braveheart and called Gibson to help, giving him the lead role. This film begins badly: as I had occasion to refer to when I reviewed "Braveheart", Gibson's film is terribly bad as far as historical accuracy is concerned, however appealing and cinematic it may be (and it is, its undoubtedly epic). This film is unfortunately not better, at least historically and with regard to the English, who are portrayed in an almost insulting way. Okay, there are atrocities in war but everything has limits, and the British still had, at this time, a mentality very much for the gentlemen's war, at least the officers. I accept the argument that its fiction and not a documentary, but even if it is, it should respect more its historical background. I believe that many Englishmen did not accept the way this film portrayed their army. Despite this, the film has some historically correct details, as is the case with all the well built and elegant colonial settings and the costumes, in particular the military uniforms. The way the soldiers fought, quite formal in its essence, is also historically accurate. As a piece of entertainment, the movie works well. The epic way it was designed is nice, looks great in movies and even on TV. It has an extraordinary soundtrack by John Williams and cinematography, colorful and vivid, looks great. I also give a word of praise to the actors, Mel Gibson particularly. This actor had an interpretive tone very similar to what he kept in "Braveheart" but without that horrible fake Scottish accent. Here, Gibson seems more at ease with his character, a man seeking personal revenge in the midst of all the conflict he engages in. Heath Ledger, still young, also gives serious evidence of talent. Joely Richardson and Tom Wilkinson met what was expected of them, even though their characters did not require much. Jason Isaacs gave life to the villain and, although his character is not credible at all, he can be very sadistic and scary, showing the cruelest side of the war.… Expand

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PlutoIcecreamMay 31, 2021

Yeah, it was pretty dang good. This film was extremely satisfying with good character arcs and it instills patriotism.

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VirtualnerdMar 21, 2023

One of the greatest American movies ever made. There has been a great anti-American effort to slander this movie, but you can be assured this is one of the best movies you will ever watch. Stellar acting, epic action, and excellent pacing.One of the greatest American movies ever made. There has been a great anti-American effort to slander this movie, but you can be assured this is one of the best movies you will ever watch. Stellar acting, epic action, and excellent pacing. For sure worth a watch... or two... or every year!… Expand

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G_Thomas_BostonApr 25, 2013

Director Roland Emmerich plus music by John "The Big Schmaltzy" Williams plus screenwriter Robert Rodat (Saving Private Ryan) plus Mel Gibson equals Overblown Hollywood Wanna-Be Epic

There was so much slow motion in this film that if theDirector Roland Emmerich plus music by John "The Big Schmaltzy" Williams plus screenwriter Robert Rodat (Saving Private Ryan) plus Mel Gibson equals Overblown Hollywood Wanna-Be Epic

There was so much slow motion in this film that if the director had shot the scenes in real time, this 2 hour and 45 minutes of torture would have ran (mercifully) about 12 minutes.… Expand

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LansdenrsJun 3, 2013

I can't believe people think this is good. Acting wasnt great moments are stretched and I felt like I was watching a soap opera. Every scene has someone crying. By the end of it I was bored.

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PaulHOct 14, 2005

I really really hated this movie, that's the only thing i can even think to say about it.

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CatDec 2, 2006

Terrible movie...the best part was the costumes. Virtually plotless, blatantly pandering, and more like the real Mel Gibson than the real American Revolution, shall we say.

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JPKMar 6, 2018

Good History Film
It's No Masterpiece, But It Successfully Shows An Important Time In American History.

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CRLSep 28, 2011

The Patriot is a little too long, a little too predictable, a little too ahistorical, and a little too focused on bloody battles, revenge-fueled plot lines, and slow-motion fights to be truly enjoyable. However the excellent performancesThe Patriot is a little too long, a little too predictable, a little too ahistorical, and a little too focused on bloody battles, revenge-fueled plot lines, and slow-motion fights to be truly enjoyable. However the excellent performances turned in by all of its actors (especially Jason Isaacs) and it's occasionally enjoyable cinematography make it a watchable yet typical Mel Gibson flick.… Expand

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pauljohnsonNov 23, 2011

Totally predictable "one man's revenge" melodrama plot. Some outrageous moments that are so hard to swallow, and are obviously designed to tug at the patriotic heart strings of Americans. The dialogue was horribly written and so obviouslyTotally predictable "one man's revenge" melodrama plot. Some outrageous moments that are so hard to swallow, and are obviously designed to tug at the patriotic heart strings of Americans. The dialogue was horribly written and so obviously scripted you could tell even the best of actors were struggling to deliver it convincingly. Almost no attention is paid through the entire movie to fleshing out the characters beyond a bit of their back stories and roles in the film. Heath Ledger is completely wasted in this thing, and Mel Gibson delivers the same bland performance as he does in any other movie; in fact during an ambush scene in the forest, I had trouble telling his character apart from the trees, his performance was that wooden.

The movie relies on so painfully obvious set ups, story twists and cringe worthy cliches, that it makes you want to stop the movie so you can go to the bathroom and vomit. A complete disservice to the memory of the Revolutionaries. Congratulations, George Washington, you and your men's cause has been boiled down to a pathetic, cliched, pandering, unconvincing, shocking manipulative excuse for a film. Roland Emerich, stop making movies. You cannot direct.… Expand

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Spielberg00Dec 2, 2011

Bottom Line: Mel Gibson is a powerful war hero in Roland Emmerichâ

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saccyindJul 29, 2011

The Best Roland Emmerich Film.The Best Film On American War Of Independence The Best Acting Work Of Mel Gibson Overall The Patriot Is A Great Film.Definitely In My Top 10

10/10.

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poily45May 26, 2011

The greatest movie i have ever seen Great cast Great STORY Great action AND drama !!!! well DONE one of my favourites! it is phenomenal, fantastic and surprisingly a GREAT romance between the two characters!!!

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MithaqDec 31, 2013

Epic Movie, i think it deserve a better rating.
This movie shows you how horrible the revolutionary war was, and how many Innocent People Died at that time.

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TyranianApr 12, 2019

Really good Gibson film with strong acting and epic scope, plus Ledger and Isaacs are excellent.

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beingryanjudeAug 24, 2014

One of the most spectacular depictions of early wartime America. Roland Emmerich creates an inspiring epic. Not often does a story and performance allow us to deem a fictional character a true hero. We must thank Mel Gibson for that. On topOne of the most spectacular depictions of early wartime America. Roland Emmerich creates an inspiring epic. Not often does a story and performance allow us to deem a fictional character a true hero. We must thank Mel Gibson for that. On top of that, Jason Isaacs proves himself as one of the most treacherous villains.… Expand

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DibbHansenJul 18, 2013

A very well written script full of emotional context and intensity that makes it all feel real. The acting in this film is applaudable and the music is sensational (John Williams does it full of heart and patriotism). The film isA very well written script full of emotional context and intensity that makes it all feel real. The acting in this film is applaudable and the music is sensational (John Williams does it full of heart and patriotism). The film is beautifully filmed and really makes you appreciate the sacrifices of the people who helped form this amazing free country. Amazing film. Best historical war film out there.… Expand

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GanstersOct 19, 2013

Compelling. Values. One could only live long enough to experience life long tragedy, prosperity and conflicts to understand this story's meaning. Great actors. There is a long list of experienced and new a great actors.

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notlawMay 5, 2016

Another awesome movie from back when mel used to smash them outta the park. Fantastic story great action all round and set in a very interesting time for the world.

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kyle20ellisMar 28, 2022

I'll start with the good things, the scenery, costumes and cinematography are fabulous, the battle sequences are very well staged and the score is wonderful. However, everything else didn't work for me. The film does suffer from a number ofI'll start with the good things, the scenery, costumes and cinematography are fabulous, the battle sequences are very well staged and the score is wonderful. However, everything else didn't work for me. The film does suffer from a number of things(similar problems I had with Braveheart actually), and the historical inaccuracy is pretty much the least of its problems. This film does distort history, and badly, but it also suffers from too many subplots that prove superfluous in some cases, trite dialogue that make little impact and a truly pantomimic villain played by the usually excellent Jason Isaacs. The direction is nothing special, the pacing is too slow and the film is 10 minutes too long. The acting is lacking too, Mel Gibson tries hard with a very one-dimensional and unlikeable character but he struggles. In fact, only Heath Ledger gives a glimmer of hope and that is because he is the only character you feel sympathy for. Overall, I tried to like it, but too many flaws brought it down. 3/10 Bethany Cox… Expand

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viuuiuvyDec 2, 2015

A violent, bloody, and evil movie. What a shame that someone had to make something so gory & weird. This movie is seriously way too violent & bizarre.

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timoneJul 17, 2019

Okay so I know what people are thinking if I was going to review The Patriot when they're thinking about the Steven Seagal version of The Patriot which has nothing to do with historical Revolutionary War. Mel Gibson gained on BraveheartOkay so I know what people are thinking if I was going to review The Patriot when they're thinking about the Steven Seagal version of The Patriot which has nothing to do with historical Revolutionary War. Mel Gibson gained on Braveheart before this came out. Why did I say that? It's because the battle scenes are similar. Hey, I haven't seen it I just know it. Mel Gibson plays Benjamin Martin the veteran of the French and Indian War and a widowed father of seven children. He refuses to go to war but his eldest son, Gabriel played by Heath Ledger goes to war to join the Continentals against his father's wishes. Colonel William Tavington played by Jason Isaacs and his army of British redcoats arrive to the house, captured Gabriel, Thomas tried to stopped them but is shot dead by Tavington calling him a stupid boy. So when their house got burned down, it's up to Benjamin to take down the redcoats. He and Gabriel joined up with his army of friends to take down a bunch of British redcoats once of for all to protect their family. So it's not that long for an epic war film but it does have some slow-paced moments that do fit for some part. As much as I enjoyed most of the action in the war it gets bloody. What people like especially women is the costume design. But there's only one scene that got to me in tears is where Benjamin's daughter, Susan telling him not to leave and she'll say anything he wants but he promises her he'll be back. That scene gets me anytime it gets emotional. I'm not gonna lie, it really did get me. Years ago this is something I checked out before I checked out the Lethal Weapon films now that's saying something 'cause I said before that Mel Gibson is one of my favourite actors of all time. I know there are people out there who don't really like the movie mainly because of it's antics of the American's hatred on the British and the Britain's hatred on the Americans especially when those redcoat b*****d's murdering innocent people, destroying their homes and families. But I'm not one of those people who hate this film, I liked it. It may not historically accurate but it is a fantastic war film with some good cinematography which really made the film look real in the war. Actually I heard somebody in the film mention the word "accurate". Mel Gibson, his character said it and the second time somebody else said it. Well, that's just the fact. I'd say give it a watch if you haven't already.… Expand

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gracjanskiDec 28, 2020

I liked how this movie showed some guerilla tactics against a Goliath of an enemy and also how to counter it. Other than that the movie is on a top level also: the equipment, the actors.