Limited Edition Blu-ray of Mel Gibson’s BRAVEHEART To Be Released June 23 in Great Britain

“They may take our lives but they’ll never take our freedom!” 

Hard to believe it’s been nearly 20 years, but it’s about time!

Released in 1995, the epic blockbuster BRAVEHEART is getting the royal treatment in the form of an all-new Limited Edition Blu-ray Gift Set on Monday, June 23, 2014 from Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment. And really, other than in a theater, this is the way this film should be seen.

Nominated for 10 Oscars, it won 5 – including Best Picture, Best Director (Mel Gibson) and Best Cinematography (John Toll). BRAVEHEART is a stunning, sweeping masterpiece that deftly combines history, heart-stopping battles, and a heart-wrenching love story. There are lots of extra goodies in this box set as well!

Offered with this release is a new, exclusive 30-minute documentary “The Journey Home” that pays tribute to the epic and historical nature of BRAVEHEART and its relevance today. Mel Gibson, along with screenwriter Randall Wallace and others reflect back on what drew them to Braveheart and the legacy this film has had on the Scottish historical heritage. The piece may be redeemed digitally on FoxExtras.com via a unique code found inside the Blu-ray.

In addition to the 2-disc Blu-ray and access to “The Journey Home” the BRAVEHEART Limited Edition Gift Set includes a BRAVEHEART 20th Anniversary commemorative coins; a Battle of Bannockburn 700th Anniversary commemorative badge and six collectable art cards.

Hopefully this will be available in US markets soon… I for one, will be first in line!

Commented Gibson, “My primary reason for making Braveheart was to tell a good story and be cinematically compelling — yet the film, I am told, has been influential on politics of present day Scotland. It’s really amazing how a film can affect history.”

“For nearly 20 years Mel Gibson’s Braveheart, a landmark of modern cinema, has touched viewers around the world. A remarkable film emphasizing freedom and independence, it is only fitting that we continue to recognize its merits with this release during such an historic and celebratory year for Scotland,” commented Mary Daily, President of Worldwide Marketing and Chief Marketing Officer, Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment.

The Gift Set as well as Blu-ray and DVD singles, repackaged in all-new spectacular artwork is available for pre-order now with online retailer Amazon.co.uk.

This heroic classic can also be experienced anytime, anywhere on Digital HD and will be available at digital stores including iTunes, Google Play, Xbox Video and PlayStation.

Gibson directed, produced and starred in the full-scale spectacle which chronicles the life of Scottish hero William Wallace in a timeless struggle for freedom.

Unparalleled battle scenes, stunning cinematography and a breathtaking cast of thousands led to the film being honored with Oscars for Best Picture, Director, Cinematography, Makeup and Effects/Sound Effects Editing.

Synopsis:
This exhilarating epic brought audiences to their feet across the globe and won five Academy Awards®* including Best Picture and Director for Mel Gibson. Gibson gives an unforgettable performance as Scottish freedom fighter William Wallace. After the English seize the Scottish crown, Wallace assembles a ramshackle army to lead the Scots into one of history’s most remarkable battles.