Brian Cox labels Braveheart costumes a ‘lie'
Cox, a proud Scotsman, specifically criticised the film's inclusion of kilts, saying they were not worn in Scotland until the 16th century, despite the film being set in the late 13th century.
He agreed with film critic Mark Kermode that the film is 'tosh-like' and 'a f***ing lie, the whole thing'.
Despite his criticisms of the film's accuracy, Cox praised director and star Mel Gibson, calling him 'wonderful to work with' and 'a really good man'.
In contrast, Gibson recently expressed joy about making Braveheart, becoming emotional while reflecting on the film's score at a musical performance in Ireland.
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