Entertaining and Educational Movie

The Patriot is a well done movie that is both entertaining and educational. It depicts some of the struggles the colonists faced during the American revolution, very well.

extended version is worth it

If you've ever watched a movie and rooted for the bad guy, because he was cooler than the good guy, then Mel Gibson's the patriot is it. In the extended version of the movie there are not only two entirely new scenes that consist of dialogue between General Cornwallis and Colonel Tavington, there are other extended scenes which have elements that add a lot of meaning to the rest of the movie. So far some history teachers have written positive reviews, based on those reviews I bought this movie, and they were 100% accurate. If your a history buff or if you often root for the bad guys in action movies than I would recommend this version of the patriot.

Jason Isaacs Takes The Floor; Why To Extend

Jason Isaacs, probably one of the only things that made this movie as excellent as it is, now shows up in the deleted scenes, telling us even more about his character Tavington. If you are like me, and love Tavy, then this is a must-buy. His character of William Tavington certainly trumps Benjamin Martin on every level. Sure, he's evil, but there's something about him that certainly gets past the Braveheart-redone Gibson character.

For those who are knocking the extended editions, listen up: extended editions are made for the true fans of the movie who want to get all the other things that had been left out of the final cut. They are not really directed to just anyone, so no, it is not just a stunt to make more money. It is actually a kindness to the fans.

Those of us who roleplay the characters from the movie, don't forget this was also a book by Robert Rodat. You probably should look it up and don't just rely on the extended edition to tell you everything you need to know.

Well, Jason lovers, this cut is for you. Most of it is just Jason, so grab a seat and a bucket of popcorn... and probably a tissue to catch the drool... and be ready.