The Patriot
Sony Pictures Entertainment (SPE) | Release Date: June 28, 2000
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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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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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JPKMar 6, 2018
Good History Film
It's No Masterpiece, But It Successfully Shows An Important Time In American History.
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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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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.
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homer4presidentApr 29, 2015
Cliched to the max but still undeniably likable due to Emmerich's sound direction (the only time I can say that, since his other movies are mostly terrible) and a star performance from Mel Gibson. Heath Ledger also gives a memorable turn asCliched to the max but still undeniably likable due to Emmerich's sound direction (the only time I can say that, since his other movies are mostly terrible) and a star performance from Mel Gibson. Heath Ledger also gives a memorable turn as Gibson's oldest son. Sure, the battle between Gibson and bad-guy Isaacs is completely Hollywood-ized, but the end result is absolutely satisfying. The acting is a cut above the norm, thanks to four terrific talents such as Gibson, Ledger, Chris Cooper, and Tom Wilkinson being in the cast, and the result is a well-constructed American epic that deserves a view… Expand
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FuturedirectorApr 25, 2016
An inflammatory, bloody and well-made picture, where the cast fights against a mound of melodramatic characters and a surprisingly corny-written script.
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alejandro970Feb 27, 2021
Emmerich compensates for the fiasco made with Godzilla (1998) with a plot of historical context that at least does not pretend to be totally attached to the mold, combining a filial love story. The climax battle takes the entire movie, whichEmmerich compensates for the fiasco made with Godzilla (1998) with a plot of historical context that at least does not pretend to be totally attached to the mold, combining a filial love story. The climax battle takes the entire movie, which can be seen with pleasure.… Expand
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sooper_walrusAug 29, 2017
The Patriot is hard for me to review, because it has received a lot of negative attention for being historically inaccurate and allegedly "pandering" to americans by making the British characters unrealistically evil. I agree that the movieThe Patriot is hard for me to review, because it has received a lot of negative attention for being historically inaccurate and allegedly "pandering" to americans by making the British characters unrealistically evil. I agree that the movie is, at times, far too exaggerated in many ways. I also concede that the movie has many glaring inaccuracies. However, I still enjoyed The Patriot immensely as a film. The acting by Gibson and Ledger is, of course, fantastic. The antagonist, played brilliantly by Jason Isaacs, is an absolutely loathsome scumbag, but in a way that makes you want to keep watching to see what he does next and what happens to him in the end. The film is emotional, intense, and exciting, with loads of adrenaline-pumping action scenes that all have a very real importance to the plot. That being said, many aspects of the film are far-fetched and a little bit ridiculous. I would not, however, disregard The Patriot only because of the controversies behind it.… Expand
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alexandreaDec 1, 2021
Not an American, not a supporter of their system but I love this movie it is so awesome.
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MichaelB1May 3, 2020
It was such a good movie. Any and all true Americans should watch this. It shows the reasons Americans are so patriotic.
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ThePixelCriticJul 20, 2020
Thrilling and dramatic, this film was an excitement to watch throughout. Gibson delivers yet another conflicted hero and portrays his struggle in an impressively tender but strong way. Isaacs also brings us a fantastic villain performanceThrilling and dramatic, this film was an excitement to watch throughout. Gibson delivers yet another conflicted hero and portrays his struggle in an impressively tender but strong way. Isaacs also brings us a fantastic villain performance once again. While a joy to watch throughout, the film foes occasionally drag and could have done with a few more scene cuts. The script can be a little lackluster and clunky in terms of dialogue at times, and the storyline is relative predictable. However, the action and drama is enough to overshadow these flaws.… Expand
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