Some things are worth fighting for.
Benjamin Martin is a South Carolina planter who is still haunted by his notoriously brutal past as a soldier in the French and Indian War. When the American Revolution comes, he chooses not to fight for the Continental Army because he wants to protect his family. But when the British Colonel Tavington threatens their welfare and kills one of his sons, he chooses to enlist. Martin soon becomes the leader of a makeshift militia, which consists of peasants, slaves, a minister, and assorted other irregulars. During the war Martin and his men discover that they will pay a steep personal price for their rebellion. But thanks to their courage and bravery, they are also destined to pay a pivotal role in turning the tide against the Redcoats.
MPAA: Rated R for strong war violence.
Principal Cast: Mel Gibson, Heath Ledger, Jason Isaacs and Chris Cooper
Director: Roland Emmerich
In a council meeting to discuss declaring war against Britain, Benjamin Martin speaks out for diplomacy and against war.
Themes: Counting the Cost, Unity, Warning, War, Freedom, Rebellion, Activism, Solidarity, Fighting
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Gabriel visits a local church to recruit and enlist able-bodied men into his militia.
Themes: Choices, Duty, Courage, Power of Words, War, Honor, Freedom, Activism, Fighting
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When Gabriel stays the night at his girlfriend’s home, Anne’s parents insist on sewing him into a bundling bag for the evening.
Themes: Relationships, Lust, Love-Romantic, Parenting, Dating, Rules, Obedience, Sex, Extreme
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Gabriel talks with his father about falling in love with and marrying Anne.
Themes: Advice, Fatherhood, Family, Relationships, Unity, Love-Romantic, Partnering, Transformation, Defining Moments
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After the death of his oldest son, Gabriel, Benjamin decides to abandon the cause despite the pleas of his Colonel.
Themes: Sin, Fatherhood, Giving Up, Hurt, Consequences, Heartbreak, Defeat, Sacrifice, Trials
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When his soldiers prepare to retreat, Benjamin Martin inspires his comrades to hold the line and push the enemy back.
Themes: Battle, War, Freedom, Patriotism, Accomplishment, Independence, Military, Valor, Revolution
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