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hand-to-hand combat and politics
Hunter 2022-04-23 07:01:01
Old Gibson's first love is so hilarious. Many of the scenes in the film seem very old-fashioned now, but they are still well-acted and attentive. The Scottish bagpipes are melodious and touching, and Sophie is also dead beautiful. The hand-to-hand combat and politics are both well played, and Wallace is still too tender compared to the political wit of the Legged King. There are many reasons for failure, but most of them come from within, not forced by external forces. Wallace fought for freedom in Scotland, can we fight for rights we deserve but don't have?
Extended Reading
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[William has asked Murron to go riding with him in the rain]
Mother MacClannough: In this? You're out of your mind!
William Wallace: Oh, it's good Scottish weather, madam. The rain is falling straight down. Well, slightly to the side like.
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William Wallace: Why do you help me?
Princess Isabelle: Because of the way you are looking at me now.