Braveheart Embracing Heritage In Tartan Threads
Sweeping across cinematic history, the American war epic that captivated audiences and critics alike garnered a remarkable ten Academy Award nominations, triumphantly clinching five statues. However, a historical inaccuracy lingers amidst the film’s accolades: the protagonist, William Wallace, portrayed by Mel Gibson, dons a kilt—fashion that would be out of place in the year 1300, the period in which the movie is set.
The kilt, a symbol of Scottish identity, didn’t gain prominence until the 17th century, leaving the film’s wardrobe choice centuries ahead of its time..