Braveheart is basicially a love story. It has several. One of in which, Stephen plays Phillip, Edward II's boyfriend. Edward II thinks Phillip is brilliant and makes him his military advisor. Unfortunately, Phillip is not as good at military strategem as Edward thinks he is. And when they are left in charge of the kingdom, a lot of people get killed. King Edward I, is a cruel and brutal man. When he sees Phillip's influence on his son, Edward II, he demonstrates his cruelty by abruptly and unceremoniously tossing Phillip out of the window to his death.
Stephen's Phillip is gentle and smiley and very focused on Edward II. At no time is mean or spiteful to anyone, not even the Princess, who he had reason to resent. Can't have everything, but I wish he had had more air time! And apparently, Stephen had fight scenes that were cut from the movie. Mel Gibson has a Director's cut version, unfortunately the fight scenes are not restored. But if swordfighting is your cup of tea, there is some outstanding swordfighting by Stephen in 'Highlander: The Raven!' So check that out!
