Robert the Bruce (film)
| Robert the Bruce | |
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| File:Robert the Bruce 2019.png Theatrical release poster | |
| Directed by | Richard Gray |
| Screenplay by | Eric Belgau Angus Macfadyen |
| Produced by | Angus Macfadyen |
| Starring | Angus Macfadyen Jared Harris Anna Hutchison Patrick Fugit |
| Cinematography | John Garrett |
| Edited by | Hayley Miro Browne |
| Music by | Mel Elias |
Production company | Yellow Brick Films |
| Distributed by | Signature Entertainment, Metro International |
Release dates | June 23, 2019 (Edinburgh) June 28, 2019 (United Kingdom)[1] |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
Robert the Bruce is a 2019 historical drama film directed by Richard Gray. A character-driven ensemble piece, it portrays the Scottish hero’s relationship with a peasant family as a galvanizing influence on his struggle for independence and his ensuing reign.
Premise
The film focuses on a winter in which the whereabouts of Robert the Bruce are in doubt, telling one of several stories that survive in historical accounts.
Following a series of military losses, with his army in tatters and the success of his rebellion in doubt, Robert retreats from the battlefield. Alone, injured, and pursued by fortune-seekers intent on collecting a bounty placed on his head by King Edward of England, he finds refuge in the croft of a peasant woman and the three children in her care – a teenage nephew, a young niece, and her own son. They care for him, forging a powerful bond, even though their clan is aligned with England. This connection inspires Robert with a deeper understanding of the patriotism of ordinary Scots, which drives his passionate return to the national stage and, ultimately, to victory and independence.
Cast
- Angus Macfadyen as Robert the Bruce
- Jared Harris as John Comyn
- Anna Hutchison as Morag
- Patrick Fugit as Will
- Zach McGowan as Brandubh
- Gabriel Bateman as Scot
- Talitha Bateman as Iver
- Emma Kenney as Briana
- Shane Coffey as Finley
- Kevin McNally as Sean
- Melora Walters as Ylfa
- Diarmaid Murtagh as James Douglas
Production
The film was announced in February 2018, with Angus Macfadyen reprising his role from 1995's Braveheart. Jared Harris, Anna Hutchison and Patrick Fugit were also cast amongst others.[2]
Filming had begun by February 2019.[3]
Release
The world premiere of Robert the Bruce is set to take place at the Edinburgh Film Festival on June 23, 2019.[4] It will be released in the United Kingdom on June 28, 2019.[5]
Marketing
The official theatrical trailer for the UK was released on June 7, 2019 by Signature Entertainment.[6][7]
See also
- Outlaw King, movie that depicts the same events
References
- ^ Braveheart sequel tops Edinburgh film festival | BBC News
- ^ Angus Macfadyen-Led Action Drama ‘Robert The Bruce’ Drafts Jared Harris, Patrick Fugit & Others
- ^ ‘Robert The Bruce’ Movie With ‘Braveheart’ Actor Angus Macfadyen Boarded By Metro International, First Look — EFM
- ^ Robert the Bruce sequel to premiere at Edinburgh Film Festival | The National
- ^ Braveheart sequel tops Edinburgh film festival - BBC News
- ^ WATCH: First trailer revealed for 'Braveheart sequel' Robert the Bruce | Scotsman.com
- ^ ROBERT THE BRUCE - UK TRAILER - Starring Angus ...