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Back when I was a little kid, I remember watching a teaser trailer for this movie as one of the previews from Forrest Gump on VHS and got chills before I realized that it was R-Rated. So later on, in my teen years, I rented this movie on video from a local library somewhere in Virginia and watched the entire film with my dad. To my surprise, it was a very good film. Now, I understand that many people criticized this film for it's historical inaccuracies and character portrayals, but this review I'm making is gonna be based on it's own merits as a feature length film.

The story's concept of William Wallace's lifetime as a Scottish warrior trying to bring freedom and independence is thought-provoking because you understand his motivations after what he went through. Not to mention this movie has the right amount of emotion all thanks to James Horner's musical score which fits the Scottish setting of the film along with the battle sequences. The cinematography from John Toll (Legends of the Fall, Iron Man 3, and Cloud Atlas) is gorgeous and the costumes are very authentic.

And last but not least the acting from everyone involved as they did a really good job especially Mel Gibson. I know many people criticized him, but I thought he was brilliant as William Wallace (needless to say that his Scottish accent isn't that bad at all) and the supporting cast also did good jobs including Patrick McGoohan and Angus Macfadyen.

Overall, Braveheart isn't exactly a 10/10 movie because of, again, the historical inaccuracies but it's still a very good flick especially when compared to many modern movies of the late 2010's/early 2020's. After 30 years, this deserves a seal of approval. :)

As the battle between the Galactic Empire and the Rebel Alliance continues, Han, Leia, and the others are chased by Darth Vader. In the meantime, Luke goes to the Dagobah System where he trains to master the Force so he can confront him which would lead to a secret that can change everything.

When I was nine years old at the 2000's, I came across this movie on video when I was visiting my cousins. Upon watching the whole thing, I was shocked when Darth Vader revealed his identity to Luke at the lightsaber duel scene, which made me realize just how much it left an impact in terms of sequels (especially when compared to modern hollywood).

All the more reason why The Empire Strikes Back still remains as the best of the original trilogy. The story is well written as it not only expands on A New Hope, but contains mature themes that makes it stand out more. The cinematography is gorgeous especially the planet of Hoth, the Dagobah System and Cloud City, all done very well by the directing which compliments that dark tone perfectly. The acting from everyone involved is great especially Mark Hamill, Harrison Ford, Carrie Fisher, and James Earl Jones. Even John Williams' music in this movie enhances the film flawlessly with the right amount of suspense and action.

Overall, The Empire Strikes Back is still a perfect movie that holds up after 45 years since it's release. Recommended. :)