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William Wallace, a Scottish commoner, returns to his village after years abroad, only to secretly marry his childhood love, Marion, and witness her brutal murder by English soldiers under King Edward I's oppressive rule. Enraged, Wallace leads a rebellion, rallying commoners and achieving a decisive victory against the English at Stirling Bridge, earning him knighthood and the title of High Protector of Scotland. Despite further victories, Wallace faces betrayal from Scottish nobles, including Robert the Bruce, leading to a devastating defeat at Falkirk and the death of his father figure, Campbell. After years as an outlaw, Wallace is eventually captured through a trap set by the nobles and Robert the Bruce, then transported to London for trial. Refusing to beg for mercy during his public execution, Wallace inspires the Scottish people, and years later, Robert the Bruce, now king, leads the Scots to a final, victorious battle against the English at Bannockburn, fulfilling Wallace's dream of Scottish freedom.
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Braveheart follows William Wallace’s transformation from a grieving son and husband to Scotland’s legendary liberator.
Open full beat sheetWilliam Wallace is listed as Protagonist. A Scottish commoner who leads a rebellion against English rule. In the parsed data, William Wallace is connected to 36 scenes, 33 dialogue lines, 37 text mentions, first appearing around scene 1.
36 scenes / 33 dialogue linesHamish Campbell is listed as Supporting. William's childhood friend and loyal captain. In the parsed data, Hamish Campbell is connected to 14 scenes, 1 dialogue line, 1 text mention, first appearing around scene 7.
14 scenes / 1 dialogue linesRobert the Bruce is listed as Supporting. A Scottish nobleman and contender for the crown. In the parsed data, Robert the Bruce is connected to 12 scenes, 8 dialogue lines, 8 text mentions, first appearing around scene 6.
12 scenes / 8 dialogue linesCampbell is listed as Supporting. Hamish's father, a scarred rebel farmer. In the parsed data, Campbell is connected to 10 scenes, 2 dialogue lines, 2 text mentions, first appearing around scene 31.
10 scenes / 2 dialogue linesKing Edward I is listed as Antagonist. The cruel King of England. In the parsed data, King Edward I is connected to 9 scenes, 7 dialogue lines, 7 text mentions, first appearing around scene 12.
9 scenes / 7 dialogue linesStephen of Ireland is listed as Supporting. An eccentric Irish rebel who joins Wallace. In the parsed data, Stephen of Ireland is connected to 9 scenes, 2 dialogue lines, 2 text mentions, first appearing around scene 20.
9 scenes / 2 dialogue linesPrincess Isabella is listed as Supporting. The French princess married to Prince Edward. In the parsed data, Princess Isabella is connected to 8 scenes, 6 dialogue lines, 6 text mentions, first appearing around scene 43.
8 scenes / 6 dialogue linesPrince Edward is listed as Antagonist. Longshanks' son, weak and effeminate. In the parsed data, Prince Edward is connected to 7 scenes, 3 dialogue lines, 3 text mentions, first appearing around scene 33.
7 scenes / 3 dialogue linesMarion MacClannough is listed as Supporting. William's secret wife, whose murder sparks the rebellion. In the parsed data, Marion MacClannough is connected to 6 scenes, first appearing around scene 7.
6 scenes / 0 dialogue linesMalcolm Wallace is listed as Supporting. William's father, a farmer and fighter. In the parsed data, Malcolm Wallace is connected to 3 scenes, 3 dialogue lines, 3 text mentions, first appearing around scene 3.
3 scenes / 3 dialogue linesJohn Wallace is listed as Supporting. William's older brother. In the parsed data, John Wallace is connected to 3 scenes, 1 dialogue line, 1 text mention, first appearing around scene 5.
3 scenes / 1 dialogue linesArgyle Wallace is listed as Supporting. William's uncle, a grizzled warrior.
0 scenes / 0 dialogue linesIntroduction to the story of William Wallace.
Scottish noblemen arrive at the farm for a truce.
Malcolm Wallace and his sons John and William ride out.
Malcolm Wallace, John Wallace, William WallaceThe Wallaces arrive at the deserted farm.
Malcolm Wallace, John Wallace, William WallaceThe Wallaces discover the hanged noblemen.
Malcolm Wallace, John Wallace, William WallaceRobert the Bruce meets with nobles to discuss Longshanks' decree of prima noctes and the political strategy of the Scottish clans.
Robert the Bruce, CampbellWilliam Wallace arrives at a wedding celebration, reunites with Hamish, and defends his honor in a stone-tossing contest.
William Wallace, Hamish Campbell, Campbell, Marion MacClannoughWilliam visits Marion and takes her for a ride, rekindling their connection.
William Wallace, Marion MacClannoughWilliam and Marion marry in secret.
William Wallace, Marion MacClannoughEnglish soldiers assault Marion; William intervenes, leading to a fight.
William Wallace, Marion MacClannoughThe Magistrate executes Marion in the village square.
Marion MacClannoughThe Magistrate executes Marion in the village square.
Marion MacClannough, King Edward IHamish informs Wallace of Marion's death.
William Wallace, Hamish CampbellWallace attacks the English soldiers in Lanark.
William Wallace, Hamish Campbell, CampbellWallace kills the Magistrate.
William Wallace, King Edward IRebels gather and tend to Campbell's wounds.
William Wallace, Hamish Campbell, Campbell, Stephen of IrelandWallace and his men attack the English stronghold.
William Wallace, Hamish CampbellLongshanks berates Prince Edward.
King Edward I, Prince Edward, Princess IsabellaRobert the Bruce visits his leper father.
Robert the BruceStephen kills Lord Pickering, and Wallace, Hamish, and Stephen ambush the English soldiers.
William Wallace, Hamish Campbell, Stephen of IrelandPrincess Isabella and her handmaiden Nicolette discuss the rumors of Wallace.
Princess IsabellaA runner informs Wallace that the English are advancing toward Stirling.
William WallaceWallace rallies the common soldiers before the battle at Stirling.
William Wallace, Hamish Campbell, Stephen of Ireland, Campbell, Robert the BruceThe Battle of Stirling Bridge takes place.
William Wallace, Hamish Campbell, Stephen of Ireland, CampbellWallace is knighted.
William WallaceWallace is appointed High Protector and confronts the nobles.
William Wallace, Robert the BruceRobert the Bruce confronts Wallace about his strategy.
William Wallace, Robert the BruceWallace and Robert the Bruce discuss the nature of nobility and leadership while walking.
William Wallace, Robert the BruceWallace leads his army through the countryside.
William WallaceEstablishing shot of the medieval city of York.
The Royal Governor receives news of Wallace's advance.
CampbellThe Governor orders the city gates closed as the Scottish army attacks.
William Wallace, CampbellLongshanks confronts Prince Edward about the loss of the north and the sacking of York.
King Edward I, Prince EdwardWallace fights in the battle, finds Hamish with his dying father, and rallies the Scots before encountering Robert the Bruce.
William Wallace, Hamish Campbell, Campbell, Robert the BruceThe remnants of the army retreat, and Hamish's father dies in the arms of his son and Wallace.
William Wallace, Hamish Campbell, Campbell, Stephen of IrelandWallace returns his chain of office to the nobles and leaves in disgust.
William Wallace, Hamish Campbell, Stephen of IrelandWallace visits Marion's grave in the rain.
William WallaceLongshanks gloats to his son about the defeat of the Scots and Wallace's supposed death.
King Edward I, Prince Edward, Princess IsabellaThe elder Bruce confronts his son about his grief over Wallace.
Robert the BruceWallace infiltrates Mornay's castle on horseback and kills him for his betrayal.
William WallacePrincess Isabella proposes a trap to capture Wallace.
King Edward I, Prince Edward, Princess IsabellaWallace turns the trap against the English assassins.
William Wallace, Hamish Campbell, Stephen of IrelandWallace and Princess Isabella meet and share a night together.
William Wallace, Princess IsabellaRobert the Bruce is pressured by Craig to betray Wallace for the crown.
Robert the BruceWallace is captured in a trap set by the nobles and Robert the Bruce.
William Wallace, Robert the BruceWallace is transported toward London in a procession while being jeered by the public.
William WallacePrince Edward observes his dying father.
King Edward I, Prince EdwardPrincess Isabella confronts Prince Edward about Wallace's fate.
Prince Edward, Princess IsabellaRobert the Bruce confronts Craig about Longshanks' broken promise.
Robert the BruceWallace is interrogated by magistrates.
William WallacePrincess Isabella visits Wallace in his cell.
William Wallace, Princess IsabellaIsabella confronts the dying Longshanks and reveals her pregnancy.
King Edward I, Prince Edward, Princess IsabellaWallace is executed.
William Wallace, Hamish Campbell, Stephen of IrelandRobert the Bruce leads the Scots into battle at Bannockburn.
Hamish Campbell, Robert the Bruce, Stephen of IrelandNobles? What does that mean -- to be noble? Your title gives you claim to the throne of our country. But men don't follow titles, they follow courage! Your arm speaks louder than your tongue. Our people know you. Noble and common, they respect you. If you would lead them toward freedom, they would follow you. And so would I.
You see? Death comes to us all. And it comes to William Wallace. But before death comes to you, know this: your blood dies with you. A child who is not of your line grows in my belly. Your son will not sit long on the throne. I swear it.
You will embrace this rebellion. Support it, from our lands in the north. I will gain English favor by condemning it and ordering it opposed from our lands in the south.
Simply because he eluded your trap, do you think he is more than a man? My father is dying. Perhaps you should think of our coronation.
I go to France to press our rights there! I leave you to handle this little rebellion, do you understand? DO YOU?!
Sir, I... come to beg you to confess all, and swear allegiance to the king, that he might show you mercy.
Historians from England will say I am a liar. But history is written by those who have hung heroes.
He is not to be harmed. I have your king's absolute promise that he will be imprisoned only!
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