THE PATRIOT | FULL LENGTH | MOVIE REACTION

Late again but this movie fucking makes me feel so patriotic lol. His character was based of a few real officers in the army at the time. Daniel Morgan being one of them.

Other war films you should react to... Casualties of War (Sean Penn) Born on the 4th of July (Tom Cruise) The Thin Red Line (huge cast) Glory (Denzel. Matthew Broderick)

Such a good movie man honestly, glad you reacted to it. It definitely is insanely immersive. Everything you said was just spot on, its a time portal for sure, and the length is perfect for that immersion and to really feel that journey. THAT is why everyone also wants APOCALYPTO on this channel man. Another mel gibson movie and it does the same job of immersion, you will loooooooooove it. Can't wait for it, i know it will eventually come and i guarantee you i will be there. Thanks man for the content!

This war wasn't just about independence. The war was about families. Like the line in the movie it was a war that was fought on American soil. And though this was a time where men and no choice but be in it, it's a time of bravery and courage. I at times think that America has somewhat lost this valued trait. But I believe there are Americans that still believe in this country.

Hey Ash, You asked some questions during the movie, I'm not sure if they were meant to be rhetorical or genuine questions so I will answer some of them in short hand so it doesn't feel like you are getting a history lesson but still understand the concepts of what you asked about. 1.) "How did such a Small Country control SO MUCH?" England was able to do this by having a professional army and pushing people into. For example if you were caught stealing you either had the option of being hanged or joining the army. So they were able to swell their numbers and establish many colonies which in turn gives them more man power to use. 2.) Were the colonies in America Divided over declaring their independence? Yes they were! Not only on a state level but a individual basis now. Even though there was 13 colonies at the time they didn't want to start a war which was almost impossible to win and they feared the repercussions that would come with it. It was not talked about a lot but there was small skirmishes between colonists who had different views. They would burn each other's property down. So yes, the 13 colonies were very divided. Even today people feel more allegiance to their state laws than to the federal law. 3.) "Why did they fight in lines in the open?" At this time war was still considered a "Gentleman's game." This means that positions of power were purchased by rich families and had nothing to do with the merit of the soldier. The reason they fought in lines was because the weapons of the time were so inaccurate that they had to line up together and fire all at once in hopes of hitting ANYTHING. If you go on youtube and look up people shooting smoothbore muskets you will see how hard it is to use one efficiently. The most skilled soldiers of the time were said to be able to fire 3 rounds a minute. Also I suggest looking up line battle tactics because there is a lot more that goes into it than just lining up in a row and going at it. For example the "Reverse Slope" tactic was used by many armies of the time to protect their troops from artillery and gun fire but still allow them to fire back. I hope some of these answers better help you understand line warfare. and over all just the history of the time period. Infact at one time the British Empire was so bit that the saying was made "The Sun Never Sets On The British Empire." Which was true. They Controlled parts of Africa, India, The Americas, and had puppet countries in Iberia and Europe. Loved the reaction man. I'm glad I gave you the chance and subbed. It's great content and I really enjoy not only your insight into the movies you watch but the insight of your sister and your girlfriend as well. You three are truly beautiful souls. Cheers mate, Paul S.

Lets go bro I could kiss you on your forehead. If your into Mel Gibson you absolutely gotta check out We Were Soldiers. It's respectful to both sides and shows how war is truly hell.