《勇敢的心 英文观后感》.doc

Love and Freedom in Braveheart In times of anguish, we can find solace in art. A great movie can always offer you some kind of power to face your own problem. And this one did a good job. It brings us a tough hero, William Wallace，leader of the Scottish resistance forces against England’s rule. Although he is dead at last, his spirit had led his people to fight and get freedom. This meaningful work has touched so many hearts by its significance theme and content. The theme of this work can mainly be seen over the growing image of William Wallace. First we see his childhood. His father was killed by the English intruder, which may definitely leave a scar on his heart. With this great hatred, when he saw his wife killed by the enemies, everything stuck deep down his heart was released all of a sudden with magnificent power. So in the fighting scene, we see a warrior dared his life waving the sword. It is a common wonder where his courage is from. Let’s say, if it is an ordinary person, who lost his parents since he’s very young, he may not have the conviction to grow up as a hero. However, heroes are as heroes are. Wallaces revolution was significant, seen from many aspects, with great obstacles from his countrymen, as well as enemies. Many Scottish nobles lent him only grudging support as most of them were more concerned with wealth and titles than the freedom of the country. In fact, the Scottish leaders are in favor of revolt-or not-depending on English bribes. Wallace, by comparison, is a man of honor, incorruptible and righteous. He was knighted and proclaimed ‘guardian and high protector of Scotland’, but as much as he railed against the Scottish nobles, submitted to Edward I, King of England, he was astonished and in shock to discover the treachery of the leading Scot contender for the throne—Robert, the Earl of Bruce—to whom he confided, ‘The people would follow you, if you would only lead them.’ Sophie Marceau is exquisite as the