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| Movie Description Mel Gibson stars in this action-packed historical drama from the director of INDEPENDENCE DAY and GODZILLA. Gibson portrays Benjamin Martin, an unassuming South Carolina widower 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.
Notes DVD Features: Notes: This is the first disc with RCE: Regional Code Enhancement, which provides further protection against multi-region DVD players Region 1 Keep Case Anamorphic Widescreen - 2.35 Single Side - Dual Layer Audio: Dolby Digital 5.1 - English Additional Release Material: Deleted Scenes Audio Commentary - 1. Roland Emmerich - Director 2. Dean Devlin - Producer Featurettes - 1.THE ART OF WAR 2.THE TRUE PATRIOTS Trailers - 1. Original Theatrical Trailer Conceptual Art to Film Comparisons Featurette - 1. Interactive Visual Effects featurette Interactive Features: Scene Access Interactive Menus Text/Photo Galleries: Biographies - 1. Roland Emmerich - Director 2. Mel Gibson - Star 3. Heath Ledger - Star 4. Joely Richardon - Star 5. Chris Cooper - Star 6. Jason Isaacs - Star DVD-ROM Features: Weblink, To recreate South Carolina in 1776, the filmmakers shot on location at colonial-period sites in the state. Historic Brattonsville and Charleston were among the locations used. Gibson received $25 million for starring in the film. The character of Benjamin Martin is based on a composite of at least five historical figures, including Colonel Daniel Morgan; Francis Marion, "The Swamp Fox"; Elijah Clark; Thomas Sumter; and Andrew Pickens. Marion was from South Carolina, was famed for his guerilla tactics, and had a nephew named Gabriel. Colonel Burwell (Chris Cooper) is based on Lt. Colonel "Lighthorse Harry" Lee; Frenchman Jean Villeneuve (Tchéky Karyo) is loosely based on Baron Friedrich von Steuben, who trained Washington's troops; General Charles Cornwallis (Tom Wilkinson) is based on his real-life counterpart; and Colonel Tavington is based on Colonel Banastre Tarleton, nicknamed "Bloody Ban the Butcher." The final battle in the film corresponds to the historical Battle of Cowpens. Editorial Reviews USA Today - p.2D - Susan Wloszczyna Rolling Stone - p.134 - Peter Travers Sight and Sound - p.46-7 - Philip Strick New York Times - pp.E1-E6 - Elvis Mitchell Premiere - p.97 - Christopher Kelly Rolling Stone - p.145-6 - Peter Travers Los Angeles Times - Kenneth Turan (06/28/2000) Chicago Sun-Times - Roger Ebert (06/28/2000) Total Film - Dan Jolin (04/01/2001) | Find errors in the product description? Submit a catalog update request now. | ||||||||||||
Top Reviews  The PatriotReview created: 02/20/08 by:  5 of 5 people found this review helpful. This is fiction people! And for the most part it's good fiction. Yes, it does feel as long as it is (unlike "Braveheart", whose pace made it feel a bit shorter). And yes, there are some cliches, but the vast majority of "The Patriot" is highly entertaining. All those whining about historical inaccuracies should realize that this movie is not about the American Revolution. I mean, think about it: Do we hear the shot heard 'round the world? Does anyone ever say, "Don't shoot till you see the whites of their eyes"? Where's Paul Revere? No minutemen. "One if by land; two if by sea"? "The Patriot" is about a man seeking revenge and redemption. The memories of the atrocities he committed in wartime haunt him as much as the memory of his dead son. His country happens to be at war, and that is where he directs his rage. The story would be exactly the same if it had happened during the Civil War or the War of 1812 because the movie is about the man and his mission. You can't say the same thing about "Braveheart" or "Saving Private Ryan" because those movies were about specific people and/or specific wars. "The Patriot" is about humanity, and it happens to be set during a war. So enjoy it, and stop worrying about what type of canon balls they should have used. Review ID: 10000000005744826 Was this review helpful? Report this review Reviews The Patriot (2000, DVD)I enjoy most of Mel Gibson movies, and have seen most of them also. This title is extremely touching and well done. The acting was superb. Heath Ledger made an equally impressive appearance with Mel Gibson. This story goes straight to the heart with the authentic feelings of family love..and the challenges they faced during a war during a historical era of our country. There will be tears and emotional highs to experience watching this exceptionally well done story. It showcases the divisions of family members in the choices they must make. Plus the all the emotions, and loyalty the family members share in the life of a single parent family. Portraying a father of a large family of motherless children he must raise on his own, I feel this story is one of Mel Gibson's best performances. I found this title to be reasonably priced. The shipping was reasonable. It was a good way to renew my experience with a movie I had formerly enjoyed so well. Review ID: 10000000009020693 Was this review helpful? Report this review The PatriotI am trying to replace my VHS collection of videos with DVD's and this is the most economical way to do it and with the discounted shipping and mailing charge it makes it possible to purchase more DVD's than I normally would. DVD came in a timely manner and in excellent condition. Review ID: 10000000008752839 Was this review helpful? Report this review The PatriotReview created: 09/11/08 by: The movie that I purchased works fine - just like they said it would in their listing. Their shipping charges were reasonable and they shipped the item out promptly. I bought it because the shipping charges were reasonable and because they said that the movie played perfectly. Review ID: 10000000008696558 Was this review helpful? Report this review wonderful movie, perfect conditionReview created: 09/08/08 by: i bought the movie for the price, i love the movie it is in brand new condition, it is perfect, the sellers have wonderful feedback is another reason i decided to buy it and the shipping charges were not crazy, i believe this to be the best company on ebay to buy any movie from, you can build a collection at a wonderful price, the sellers are very honest, they sale great items and truly care about the customer, i am bidding on more movies from the right now and will continue to buy from them, it was a great experience!! Review ID: 10000000008642305 Was this review helpful? Report this review |
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