The Patriot 2000
“Before they were soldiers, they were family. Before they were legends, they were heroes. Before there was a nation, there was a fight for freedom.”
What is The Patriot?
The film "The Patriot" is an American epic historical war drama directed by Roland Emmerich. It stars Mel Gibson as Benjamin Martin, a colonist who has proven himself in battle, and Heath Ledger, Joely Richardson, Jason Isaacs, Chris Cooper, and Tom Wilkinson in supporting roles.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2000
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 165 minutes
- Release date
- Jun 28, 2000
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- Germany, United States of America
- Studios
- Columbia Pictures, Mutual Film Company, Centropolis Entertainment
- Budget
- $110,000,000
- Revenue
- $215,294,342
- Genres
- Drama, History, War, Action
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Overview
The film "The Patriot" is an American epic historical war drama directed by Roland Emmerich. It stars Mel Gibson as Benjamin Martin, a colonist who has proven himself in battle, and Heath Ledger, Joely Richardson, Jason Isaacs, Chris Cooper, and Tom Wilkinson in supporting roles. The story takes place in Berkeley County, South Carolina, where Benjamin Martin lives a simple life as a farmer after the French and Indian War. However, when his son enlists in the army to defend their new nation against the British, Benjamin reluctantly returns to his old life to protect his son. The film explores themes of family, loyalty, and patriotism in the face of war and conflict.
Should you watch it?
“A retired war hero returns to the battlefield to protect his son during the American Revolution.”
- engaging historical setting
- strong emotional stakes
- depicts intense combat
Watch it if you enjoy historical dramas centered on family loyalty and national conflict.
The film contains scenes of intense battle-related violence.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the film about?
It follows a former soldier who returns to combat to save his son during a war.
Who is the protagonist?
The protagonist is Benjamin Martin, a farmer and veteran of a previous war.
What is the setting?
The story takes place during a conflict involving America and the British.
Why does Benjamin return to war?
He joins the fight to protect his son, Gabriel, who enlisted in the army.
What was Benjamin's past?
He was a soldier who fought in the French and Indian War.