AN IMPACT

- it's a cultural phenomenon that has revitalised interest in Scottish heritage and tourism.

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"The film's portrayal of Wallace's rebellion not only brought his story to global audiences but also significantly boosted the international profile of Stirling, a city deeply intertwined with the narrative."

Gibson said the making of the movie, which he directed and starred in, was so gruelling he was unable to speak for a month afterwards. He explained: "It was flat-out solid. It was 18 hours a day and mostly seven days a week. I was totally spent by the end of that."