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“The Patriot” is a 2000 historical war film directed by Roland Emmerich, starring Mel Gibson, Heath Ledger, and Joely Richardson. The film is set during the American Revolutionary War and combines action with historical drama.

The story centers on Benjamin Martin (Mel Gibson), a widowed farmer and former soldier who seeks to live a peaceful life with his children. However, when British forces invade his home and commit atrocities, Martin is reluctantly drawn back into the conflict. He takes up arms to fight for the American cause, becoming a key figure in the resistance against British rule.

Heath Ledger plays Gabriel Martin, Benjamin’s eldest son, who is eager to join the fight and becomes a soldier in the Continental Army. The film explores the personal and familial struggles faced by the Martin family as they endure the horrors of war and the challenges of leadership and sacrifice.