RANDALL WALLACE | Becoming Braveheart

If you’ve been following me for any amount of time, you are well aware that my favorite movie of all-time is Braveheart. So, when I had the chance to have a conversation with the man who wrote the movie, Randall Wallace, I jumped on it.
Today, Randall and I talk about the timeless messages for men found in the movie, how and what sacrifices must be made to achieve our goals, how to qualify other men who can serve as your band of brothers, discovering something that calls deeply to you, and ultimately, how we too can live our lives with the courage and bravery conveyed in the life of William Wallace and Braveheart.
SHOW HIGHLIGHT
5:15 Taking risks with unpopular narratives
7:10 The importance of running towards fear
8:05 Stripping away the undertone of the Bible
9:15 The best part of being a writer
10:04 The right person at the right time
14:11 Looking for opportunities to be judged
17:40 Watching Braveheart as an audience member
19:35 Making a ripple in life
20:00 Dealing with those who don’t show appreciation
21:25 Telling someone you love them
22:40 The relevance of daily habits
24:00 How others perceive our work
25:00 Acquiring the movie rights to We Were Soldiers
28:33 Facing negative feedback
29:50 The message being sent to young people
32:00 The need to find respect for each other
33:05 What to look for in a brother and yourself
36:00 Earning a seat at the table
40:00 The worst thing you can do for kids
45:00 Receiving messages from God
48:00 Looking for validation as a man
51:05 Telling the legend of William Wallace
59:10 Tweaking the details to deliver a message
1:05:00 The reality of being courageous
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[@cassandraachorne-klein3415]

Mr. Randal Wallace ... I first read Braveheart and fell instantly in love with it !!! Historic novels have always been my favorite. My Father and I used to go to the movies every month or so together and it was his turn to pick a film. It was Braveheart. And while I desperately wanted to see it, I wasn't a big fan of Mel Gibson at the time. Nor could I see how your short novel could be turned into a 3 hour film. Needless to say, I fell in love with the movie and hats off to Mel Gibson. I loved this historic epic so much that I dragged anyone who would go see it with me. When relatives and friends ran out ... I went alone. 25 times I've seen it on the big screen !!!!! Until it was no longer showing on theatres. And that's no where close to how many times I rented it at the local video store !!! I reserved it so many times the store actually gave me a cardboard life size promo of William Wallace... A smaller one and all the posters if I would stop reserving the movie. I agreed. And to my surprise they even kicked in the vhs movie !!! A Braveheart shrine was born including the soundtrack. I continued to watch this gem until momhood took over but to this day I watch it twice a year read your novel once a year. I lost count at 76 watches in the day but I believe it must be in the high 100s. Something about the story just resonated with me inexplicably. The characters The love story The losses And glories The fight for freedom His moral compass His bravery and courage along side witty conversations and one liners It was the perfect movie. Thank you for bringing so much joy from such a great little novel to an epic visual. The only other movie that has come close is The Last of the Mochicans Of which I've seen only 91 times lol Well done on writing an amazing screenplay 🙂 I suppose I should be embarrassed but I'm not. I know every line pause and scene by heart ♥️ I

[@rhondagodwin3991]

Love your comment - Your openess and can only imagine how the film is helping your loved ones to keep strong through the reinforcement.

[@p.t.benzinger2179]

"Every man dies, but not every man truly lives." This quote pushed me to finally enter into the ministry 3 years ago. Now I'm in my 3rd year internship and it is really difficult. But no regrets! In seminary we have guys wishing there was a modern day depiction of the 10 commandments. Mr. Wallace???

[@RobbieLeffel]

Well dang, now I've got to go watch Braveheart again!

[@sethwallace254]

My father's name is Randall Wallace - Pro Libertate! Great interview

[@TheCanonApologist]

I still remember reading his book "Living The Braveheart Life."

[@geridannels1701]

I would like to talk with Mr. Wallace about his deep seeded Faith. I came to your channel just to hear him speak, i have subscribed. Thank you!

[@seminole1983]

Great insight behind one of the most inspirational films of all time.

[@kimquinn7728]

At 8:49 Mr. Wallace commented that he loves the Bible so much, in part, because of how the stories resonate across time and their everlasting power. As a student of the Bible and speaking with others who wonder what such old writing can mean for us today in such modern times, I say read Romans 15:4, 4, For all the things that were written beforehand were written *for our instruction*, so that through our endurance and through the *comfort from the Scriptures* we might have hope. 1Cor. 10:11, 11,Now these things happened to them *as examples and *they were written for a warning to us* upon whom the *ends of the systems of things have come*.(1Tim.3:1-4) Knowledge is power. I love Braveheart, have for years. The music is both a hug of comfort and a desperate squeeze of the heart by one who is clinging to life. Can't wait to meet William Wallace one day, hopefully on his home land, when there will be no borders and the original purpose for the earth is fulfilled.

[@jesusmartinez4094]

This has to be one of the best interview you have done.

[@yehudasam]

hands down!!

[@yourmom1302]

I am a younger man. But yes the movie definitely helped me realize that there are things that not only you should fight for but that you have to fight for.

[@thegypsyking1145]

Braveheart is my absolute favorite movie. Seen it twice in theaters i dont do that. Imo the best movie of all time it covers everything. I love it

[@judsonhawthorne9208]

A very wise man. Thank you!

[@jesusmartinez4094]

Not running from the Mt Everest of our lives. My translation of his statement.... Not only inspired but desire now to inspire others. Anotherr statement I will ponder on was "you can't run" what challenge do we face that everything in us wants to run? That's our next level waiting to to be conquered.

[@Ashysand]

Yes I agree it’s a great tool for teaching about fighting the spirit of fear.

[@holdenr.7479]

Stellar.

[@yehudasam]

great interview! thanks!

[@robertlarsen6516]

Ryan. Well done. That my friend, was a feather in your cap interview. Loved your book; am employing it in life and look forward to continually learning up my 7yo warrior!

[@remibreve1958]

Apocalyptico was also excellent

[@taseen4753]

awesome

[@pentony2000]

Any update on the passion of christ ressurection? Word on the street was that Jim caviezel had received a 3rd script for the film . Is there a release date coming ?

[@thegypsyking1145]

Randall Wallace?! It can't be? Im prettier than this man :)

[@icecastles1432]

Consider Jordan Peterson as the lead for the role in your movie please

[@ormimedia]

Can't believe you didn't ask him about The Passion of the Christ: Resurrection film that he is doing with Mel Gibson😤