Braveheart: A Look Back (2009): cast, story & where to watch

Released in 2009, Braveheart: A Look Back is a documentary film, running about 60 minutes.

What it’s about. A three-part retrospective that aims to capture what it is that made Braveheart a success. Part one features behind-the-scenes stills and clips from the film, all intertwined with interview pieces with cast and crew that recount the construction of the story, the purpose behind telling it, the scope of the production, the challenge of putting it all together, the difficulties of the shoot, and much more. Part two focuses primarily on Mel Gibson's prowess as a director but also recounts some lighthearted moments from the set, looks at Mel Gibson's makeup, and more. The third part examines the process of editing the film together, shooting the battle scenes, the film's emotional core, its staying power, and more.

Who’s in it. Braveheart: A Look Back stars Mel Gibson as Self, Sophie Marceau as Self, Brendan Gleeson as Self and David O'Hara as Self, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Braveheart: A Look Back has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Braveheart: A Look Back page.

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