Mel Gibsonscreen performanceMel Gibson plays William Wallace in Braveheart.
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FILM POSTER · BraveheartBraveheart
William Wallace
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William Wallace appears in Braveheart (1995), portrayed by Mel Gibson. This page focuses on that specific screen performance and the movie around it.
Film guide · 1 film · 1995 · 1 performerTHE MOVIE
William Wallace on screen
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Film guide · 1 film · 1995Main sequence runtime: 2h 58m
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- 01Start hereBraveheart
1995 · 2h 58m
Portrayed by Mel Gibson · screen performanceMel Gibson's portrayal of William Wallace in Braveheart gives viewers a spoiler-free way to understand this screen version of the character.
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Mel Gibsonscreen performanceWHY THE CHARACTER WORKS
What defines William Wallace
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