Braveheart, Mel Gibson’s richly detailed, Academy Award-winning saga of fierce combat, tender love and the will to risk it all for freedom, is now a digitally remastered, two-disc Special Collector’s Edition DVD bursting with dynamic new special features.

In an emotionally charged performance, Gibson is William Wallace, a bold Scotsman who uses the steel of his sword and the fire of his intellect to rally his countrymen to liberation from the English occupation of Scotland.

Winner of five Oscars — Best Picture of 1995, Best Director (Gibson), Best Cinematography, Best Makeup and Best Sound Effects Editing — “Braveheart” is “the most sumptuous and involving historical epic since ‘Lawrence of Arabia'” (Rod Lurie, Los Angeles Magazine).

Braveheart (1995), directed by and starring Mel Gibson, is an epic historical drama that tells the tale of William Wallace, a 13th-century Scottish warrior who led his people in a rebellion against English rule.

The film is known for its sweeping battle scenes, grand scale, and emotional depth.

The film delivers on scale with visually stunning cinematography, capturing the vast Scottish landscapes and the chaos of battle. The large-scale combat scenes are well-choreographed, visceral, and thrilling, adding to the film’s intense atmosphere.

Gibson’s portrayal of William Wallace is passionate and charismatic. His performance as the fearless and determined leader connects emotionally with the audience, making the character’s fight for freedom compelling.

“Braveheart” weaves a moving tale of love, sacrifice, and patriotism. The film’s emotional core resonates with themes of freedom and loss, particularly in the relationship between Wallace and his lost love, Murron.

While the film takes creative liberties with historical accuracy, it creates a gripping narrative that balances personal moments with grand historical events.