A strong male protagonistic warrior is key element to the historical epic. William Wallace, a 13th century …show more content…
Using a historical, mythic or heroic figure as the main story with the help of extravagant settings and memorable scenes creates a fantastic epic. Cinematography, editing and an excellent musical score all assist in creating a wonderful film, but the best part is the plot behind the whole film. William Wallace, a hero to all of Scotland, was just a simple man who wanted freedom for all. Though his history is clouded, Mel Gibson does a excellent job at directing one of the most famous versions of Wallace's