Medieval movies satisfy the cinematic taste buds of different sections of people. Some movies have good endings, while some movies have bad endings. Some are more historical and some are more fantasy based action dramas.Some movies are based on the medieval period. Whatever may be that climax, it has the capacity to mesmerize your thoughts. It will reverberate in your head long after the movie is over. Medieval movies give you the glimpse of your past history or your ancestors’ history and try to connect you with that period.
It will virtually take you to a world that is free from clutters of technology and once the primitive nature of us. It will also make you fantasize about the period. Here are some of the Top 10 best medieval period based movies with overwhelming fans support.
1.Gladiator
Gladiator is an epic movie set in 180 A.D. that follows the life of a Roman General, Maximus Decimus Meridius who gets betrayed. Reduced to slavery, Maximus rises through the ranks of the gladiator arena to avenge the murders of his family and his emperor. Directed by Ridley Scott and starring Russell Crowe the film was nominated for 10 Academy Awards and won 5 including Best Picture and Best Actor (Russell Crowe).
2.Kingdom of heaven
Kingdom of Heaven is a 2005 epic historical fiction film. This movie is also directed and produced by Ridley Scott and written by William Monahan. Set during the Crusades of the 12th century, the story follows Balian, a French blacksmith who must defend Jerusalem against the overwhelming forces of Saladin. In December 2005, Scott released a director’s cut, which received critical acclaim, with many reviewers calling it the definitive version of the film.
3.Braveheart
Set in 13th-century Scotland, the film tells a story of William Wallace, a commoner who led the Scottish army against the invading English army. It tells a fictionalized version of the Battle of Falkirk and the beginning of the First War of Scottish Independence in 1298. Braveheart received generally positive reviews from critics, who praised the performances, directing, production values, battle sequences, and musical score; but criticized its historical inaccuracies, especially regarding Wallace’s title, love interests, and attire.
4.Troy
Troy is a 2004 epic historical war film directed by Wolfgang Petersen and written by David Benioff. The film features an ensemble cast led by Brad Pitt, Eric Bana and others. The story is set during the Trojan War, with the events portrayed mostly in a flashback narrative. It was released in 2D and 3D formats on May 14th 2004 in the United States and subsequently all over the world. Troy made over $497 million worldwide, making it the 60th highest-grossing film of all-time at that point.
5.The Last Samurai
The Last Samurai tells the story of an American soldier who is sent to Japan just after the end of the samurai era. Captain Nathan Algren, hired by the Emperor of Japan to train the emperor’s troops in modern military tactics. His mission is to train Japanese troops in the ways of modern warfare. But he soon finds himself caught up in a conflict that puts him at odds with his values and loyalties.This Tom Cruise starred movie was well-received upon its release.
6.The patriot
The Film is set in the 1700’s, during the American Revolutionary War. It focuses on Benjamin Martin, a pacifist who only joins the Continental Army after his son is killed in combat. After witnessing countless atrocities committed by British soldiers, Martin becomes an insane and bloodthirsty killer bent on revenge against the British Army. Most of the film’s events occur in the Southern theater of the war. Upon release, it stirred controversy due to its highly fictionalized portrayal of British figures and atrocities.
7.Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World
The film is notable for its lengthy battle sequences, which were filmed with a combination of CGI effects and live footage. It stars Russell Crowe in the lead role. Paul Bettany, James D’Arcy and Max Pirkis appearing in supporting roles.The film was critically well received and garnered Weir the BAFTA Award for Best Direction.
8.Robinhood(2010)
Ridley Scott and Russell Crowe combo produced another historical epic movie in the Robin Hood franchise, but this time it is based in England. Robin Hood is a 2010 based on the Robin Hood legend. Directed by Ridley Scott and starring Russell Crowe, the film tells the story of an English soldier returning from the Third Crusade. He soon finds himself in a struggle for his own survival when he joins forces with a Moorish commander to fight against the corrupt English crown.
9.Outlaw king
Outlaw King is the story of Robert the Bruce, the 14th-century Scottish King. He launched a guerilla war and used skillful propaganda to defeat and repel the much larger and better equipped occupying English army. It stars Chris Pine as Bruce, Florence Pugh as his wife Elizabeth de Burgh (Lady of Buchan).
10.The Physician
This movie is based on a lonely orphan from an 11th-century English town. He sees his mother die of side sickness. Feeling dejected, He vows to study medicine and travels to Persia. How he finds his love and learns the ways of healing the sick is the theme of this awesome movie.