Braveheart is the partly historical, partly mythological, story of William Wallace, a Scottish common man who fights for his country's freedom from English rule around the end of the 13th century

Several of the major battle scenes had to be re-shot, as extras were seen wearing sunglasses and wristwatches.

Young William:
What are they doin'?


Argyle Wallace:
Saying goodbye in their own way. Playing outlawed tunes on outlawed pipes.

Incorrectly regarded as goofs: This is neither a biopic nor a historical documentary but is, rather, a romantic fiction inspired by true events. Many of the "real" characters and events have been deliberately reinterpreted to suit the story, as have some details of costume and custom.