Brokeback Mountain

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KatMay 12, 2007

This was and still is one of the most powerfull, moving and touching movies of your times. Heather Leadger and Jake Gyllenhaal have some of the most amazing on-screen chemistry I have ever seen between two straight men. Beautiful in every This was and still is one of the most powerfull, moving and touching movies of your times. Heather Leadger and Jake Gyllenhaal have some of the most amazing on-screen chemistry I have ever seen between two straight men. Beautiful in every way... *Sighs*.… Expand

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EstelleG.Apr 23, 2007

This film was a real eye opener, and timely, as humanity seeks to evolve and find our centre. This movie was all encompassing, surpassing what some may see as the main theme - gay love . It brought home the realisation that life is so short, This film was a real eye opener, and timely, as humanity seeks to evolve and find our centre. This movie was all encompassing, surpassing what some may see as the main theme - gay love . It brought home the realisation that life is so short, that we do not stand in judgment of each other and that love in its purest form does not discriminate.… Expand

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SBApr 13, 2007

oh my god i have never fallen in love so quickly with a film in all my life!!
i have a new favourite film! it is unbelievable! the plot is gripping, the script is superbly written and the acting and chemistry is so realistic its hard tooh my god i have never fallen in love so quickly with a film in all my life!!
i have a new favourite film! it is unbelievable! the plot is gripping, the script is superbly written and the acting and chemistry is so realistic its hard to believe it didnt actually happen!!!
See this movie NOW!… Expand

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RodrigoG.Apr 6, 2007

This is a beautiful film. It has a stunning photography, a terrific music, the great performances by Gyllenhaal, Williams and Ledger, Lee's perfect direction, the screenpla. Everything just works. And not to say that this is the first This is a beautiful film. It has a stunning photography, a terrific music, the great performances by Gyllenhaal, Williams and Ledger, Lee's perfect direction, the screenpla. Everything just works. And not to say that this is the first serious Hollywood film that focuses on the relationship between two men. No, not everything in the "LGBT world" is happy and flamboyant like on "The Birdcage" and other comedy filme tried to show. People need to open up their minds, and I recommend them to watch this film. It will work!… Expand

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AnonymusMagooMar 1, 2007

I thought this was a beautiful film. Heath and Jake are extremely talented young actors and the story is heart-breaking. Though they love each other, it cannot be so. Michelle Williams was also very talented and your heart goes out to her; I thought this was a beautiful film. Heath and Jake are extremely talented young actors and the story is heart-breaking. Though they love each other, it cannot be so. Michelle Williams was also very talented and your heart goes out to her; she didn't really deserve the cruel way Ennis sometimes treated her. I would highly recommend this film.… Expand

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LindaDudleyMar 1, 2007

Movie buff here. This movie was simply stunning. Acting, directing, cinematography, music were perfect. Visually breathtaking.

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PeterD.Feb 25, 2007

Beautiful and moving nature photography of mountain scenes and sheep and evocation of realistic ambiance of cowboy town. Brilliant casting and directing and the movie has it's heart in the right place.

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JoshFeb 17, 2007

(8.5) Too beautiful to have been relegated to the one-liner pop culture oblivion it now finds itself in. Ledger and Gyllenhaal (who was excellent long before this movie) rightly deserve praise. But lost in all the schoolyard giggles their (8.5) Too beautiful to have been relegated to the one-liner pop culture oblivion it now finds itself in. Ledger and Gyllenhaal (who was excellent long before this movie) rightly deserve praise. But lost in all the schoolyard giggles their love story brought about are three stellar performances by some talented ladies. Cardellini and Williams in particular do wonders with their short time on screen. Some day this thing will be talked about as a movie... I hope.… Expand

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RoL.Feb 13, 2007

Best movie, best actors, best scenery, best music, and best story ever. I can still see the wives' faces in their moment of discovery, the bright red lipstick and the sensitivity of the entire cast. It should have won the Oscar... over Crash!

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JeannieG.Jan 30, 2007

Straight, long married, over 60---and grew up in Montana, I was moved by this film more than by any other in years, Have seen it three times now and wouldn't mind owning DVD, which I rarely consider. The entire production was truly Straight, long married, over 60---and grew up in Montana, I was moved by this film more than by any other in years, Have seen it three times now and wouldn't mind owning DVD, which I rarely consider. The entire production was truly spectacular, from the haunting theme music (I bought the soundtrack) to the scenery, and all four principal actors deserved to win awards. Further, the film felt true to Annie Proulx's quietly gripping original short story,a beautiful piece of literature first published in the New Yorker, then reprinted in a collection of Wyoming Stories.… Expand

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KellyJan 27, 2007

Heath Ledger, Jake Gyllenhaal, and Michelle Williams are superb in this movie. Ang Lee's direction is the best of any movie made in the last twenty-five years. The screenplay is utterly amazing. And the cinematography and music put an Heath Ledger, Jake Gyllenhaal, and Michelle Williams are superb in this movie. Ang Lee's direction is the best of any movie made in the last twenty-five years. The screenplay is utterly amazing. And the cinematography and music put an already perfect package into an even more perfect wrapping. I don't believe a better film has been made. It's definitely one of the most gut-wrenching, sad, heart-breaking love stories ever written or put on film. Annie Proulx was a genious for writing it. Diana Ossana and Larry McMurtry were geniouses for adapting it. And Ang Lee, Heath Ledger, Jake Gyllenhaal, Michelle Williams, Anne Hathaway, Randy Quaid, Linda Cardellini, Anna Faris, and Scott Michael Campbell were both genius and courageous for making it. Everyone should watch it to understand how love transcends even the strongest of barriers - the human psyche.… Expand

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DaveJan 11, 2007

Finally saw Brokeback Mountain on dvd. I guess you could say I was hesitant to see it because of the subject matter and all the negative comments that effected my decision to see it when it first came out. Fogetting that I grew up on filmsFinally saw Brokeback Mountain on dvd. I guess you could say I was hesitant to see it because of the subject matter and all the negative comments that effected my decision to see it when it first came out. Fogetting that I grew up on films that caused contoversy in the early 70's which I regard as a great time for free thinking film i.e. Midnight Cowboy Joe Clockwork Orange I let my prejudices get in the way. Getting back to Brokeback Mountain it is the only film in sometime that stayed with me for days after watching it, the emotion and the subtleness of this film is a tribute to Ang Lee and The actors.… Expand

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MarkSatterthwaiteDec 24, 2006

As a gay man who also hid in a marriage for 7 years this movie spoke volumes about being true to oneself. I, for one, do not buy that either was a bisexual since although I could perform with a woman-if given a choice ,and could have livedAs a gay man who also hid in a marriage for 7 years this movie spoke volumes about being true to oneself. I, for one, do not buy that either was a bisexual since although I could perform with a woman-if given a choice ,and could have lived in an accepting society I would have been with a man.… Expand

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TracyNov 30, 2006

This was an awsome movie. I only feel bad that I waited so long to see it.

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JayG.Nov 26, 2006

A masterpiece and all-time great. Deservedly won every award there was to win, except of course the assinine, cowardly Oscar, in good company, like Citizen Kane. Will stand the test of time.

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ChristopherP.Nov 14, 2006

"Brokeback Mountain" is a humane, quietly devastating film about forbidden love, a topic of great treatment among Ang Lee's films. Another masterful work of his that comes to mind is "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon." There a yet unknown "Brokeback Mountain" is a humane, quietly devastating film about forbidden love, a topic of great treatment among Ang Lee's films. Another masterful work of his that comes to mind is "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon." There a yet unknown Ziyi Zhang was forced into a marriage because of her social status. Here Mr. Lee uses two gay cowboys in 1960s west to show the backdrops and tragedy that is forbidden love. It is based off of Annie Proulx's 1997 short story with the same title. Proulx's short story was quite a bit better. It allowed the reader to fully comprehend the pain and angst of these two men, something not even film geniuses, such as Larry McMurty, may have fully brought to the screen. The best example I can use to illustate this point is when the two men hit rock bottom. In her novella, a mere fifty-five pages, these men enjoy each others' company on a camping trip, wherein the film you only see the aftermath of this trip. Of course it is hard story to adapt to the screen, but an important one, and the performance Heath Ledger brings to his character, Ennis del Mar, is brilliantly subtle and highly nuanced. Jake Gyllenhaal, Anne Hathaway, Michelle Williams, and Linda Cardeliini all give beautiful performances that will make interested viewers ache. A beautiful film that is also an important one. I recommend it to all. A-… Expand

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LindaD.Oct 17, 2006

Beautiful movie -- writing, directing, acting, cinematography, music. A sublime adaptation of Annie Proulx's haunting short story by the writers, director and especially, the actors.

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MarcoC.Sep 9, 2006

Incredible, strong, extremely good acting, never-thought- it-could happen film, one of the best films ever done, and considered for a lot of people I know as a masterpiece. Heath Ledger, outstanding.

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BeeF.Aug 28, 2006

stunning scene, career defining performance from Jack and Heather(wohooo...Aussie go), beautiful and heart breaking story, excellent directed--what else do you expect from a movie.

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EmmyAug 20, 2006

Overall movie is good!Interesting.

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RichardS.Aug 16, 2006

[***SPOILERS***] This movie is the most amazing drama I have ever seen! Sure enough - the slow pace might seem boring to those less observant, but this is not an action movie. It is a fine and true ringing story of two young men who find [***SPOILERS***] This movie is the most amazing drama I have ever seen! Sure enough - the slow pace might seem boring to those less observant, but this is not an action movie. It is a fine and true ringing story of two young men who find themselves in a situation that is not easy for them to handle. Love between two men is still "forbidden" in many peoples minds. Jack is aware (of course) of what people would think of him but that doesn´t stop him from trying to find his true love. I think that Jack in many ways has an innocence to him - he has still not seen the evil things people can do to those who are different. Ennis on the other hand is very afraid to be different - to be gay. The reason that Ennis is so afraid is because his father showed him at an early age what can happen to gay people. The acting in this movie is so wonderful - Heath´s and Jake´s in particular, and everything about the story and the setting is beautiful as well. This movie only contains a very short sex scene, with no nudity. It is a far cry from anything pornograpic. Yes, this film contains some adultery (like many, many, other films) but it`s not portrayed as something noble or good in any way. Alma´s heartbreak is one of the strongest scenes in this film! However both Ennis and Jack are good fathers who care for their children - the love Ennis has for his daughters is really beautiful to see. The lenght of this review perhaps suggests that I´m absorbed by this film - and that´s definately true!! I really have come to love this film, because it took my heart totally of guard! :-) An interesting thing: You never see the face of Ennis´s father in the flashback - he is very much an threatening person in young Ennis´s life. On the contrary Jacks mother is shown as a loving woman and a loving christian - notice the cross on the wall behind her as she speaks to Ennis. Perhaps a little hint to the religious right - Chistianity is about love - not hate!… Expand

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CTJul 29, 2006

I just watched this movie after my Aunt told me about how good it was. At first I was a little hesitant, but went into it with an open mind! This is a wonderful love story and I am so glad I took the time to watch it! This movie protrayed a I just watched this movie after my Aunt told me about how good it was. At first I was a little hesitant, but went into it with an open mind! This is a wonderful love story and I am so glad I took the time to watch it! This movie protrayed a powerful message and as Jan D. said, a tear-jerker for sure!… Expand

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JanD.Jul 13, 2006

Masterful melancholy movie. Perfect musical score and scenery. Such a true portrayal of love. This was a powerful movie and a tear-jerker.

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TonydannieJun 15, 2006

Wow! Talk about overrated! The most unforgatble Love Story becomes excatly that! Forgatble! I was actually looking forward to seeing this movie. But as I sat there watching couldnt help but feel a little cheated. People say it is Greek Wow! Talk about overrated! The most unforgatble Love Story becomes excatly that! Forgatble! I was actually looking forward to seeing this movie. But as I sat there watching couldnt help but feel a little cheated. People say it is Greek Tragedy or what have you. To me the story could have been more. There are some nice moments where we feel the characters pain having to deal with this uncontrollable feeling. They are very well directed. However there really was not that big of drama! I have an open mind and that is why i wanted to see this movie. but it really did not deliver to me. I dont know what it is. it just was not there. I guess it has to be moments where Hey they get spotted acting a little to friendly with each other but nothing happens... This is a sad story. Well worth at least one time glance but nothing more. Just Over rated! Now Ang Lee can get back to more important movies Like "Hulk II"… Expand

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PhilipC.Jun 9, 2006

Beautifully shot, wonderfully acted, brilliantly directed.... I can't say enough about this! See with an open mind, and with patience as it has a slow but beautiful begining. Sit back and just take it in.

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PaulJun 4, 2006

There are a lot of interesting comments on here about this film. Particularly from those who give a low score. Most of those people seem to have missed the point that this is Greek Tragedy writ large. Yes it

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RobLJun 4, 2006

This movie is a wonderful movie, but I wonder why Del Mar has to be so angry with his wife. So what if she isn't his true love, it doesn't have to be so violent in cruel. IT isn't her fault she feel in love with a bisexual.

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JenS.Jun 3, 2006

An excellent movie. Although many people who don't like it say that it could just as easily have been a man and a woman, this is not true. The movie, at least to me, was more about the sheer REPRESSION Ennis and Jack inflicted on An excellent movie. Although many people who don't like it say that it could just as easily have been a man and a woman, this is not true. The movie, at least to me, was more about the sheer REPRESSION Ennis and Jack inflicted on themselves than even about their affair. [***SPOILERS***] It was about how they were having a relationship that was not socially acceptable at the time which eventually led to Jack's death- which is not cliche because it never gets old.… Expand

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SurjyaS.Jun 2, 2006

Heard so much about this "gay cowboy" story- the great reviews, the worst reviews, the winning streak, the final disappointment....could not figure out who was right and who was wrong. But that was untill I saw it myself. And when I did, I Heard so much about this "gay cowboy" story- the great reviews, the worst reviews, the winning streak, the final disappointment....could not figure out who was right and who was wrong. But that was untill I saw it myself. And when I did, I was completely bowled over. The movie wrenched my heart out. Never before have I seen a movie which portrayed true love being found and lost in such a masterly way. I have strong objections against the "gay cowboy" tag. It's not a story about gay people, it's a story about two people finding love where they least expected and they cannot do anything about it. In the final moments I found myself crying almost involuntarily. I would have given it a 100 out of 10 if it was possible to do so!… Expand

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MKMay 30, 2006

I would rate this picture an eleven if the site would let me. Masterfully done, lee, portrays a part of our US history and culture many would soon like to forget. This story, although set in a mid to late century midwest as a 'cowboy I would rate this picture an eleven if the site would let me. Masterfully done, lee, portrays a part of our US history and culture many would soon like to forget. This story, although set in a mid to late century midwest as a 'cowboy movie', we can pull from it the parallels to many other closeted walks of life. The movie deals with the overwelming presure that this society puts on gay men to stay in the closet and not be true to themselves or the people in their lives. This movie could not have been done any better. Although it is a shame that two people who love eachother could not have shared more of their lives together without fear.… Expand

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MikeL.May 28, 2006

I give it a TEN...Best movie I have seen in ages, Have to say plot is strong in subject matter, but to some a reality, which I know understand.. Both Jack and Ennis took thier roles very serious and did and excellent job playing thier I give it a TEN...Best movie I have seen in ages, Have to say plot is strong in subject matter, but to some a reality, which I know understand.. Both Jack and Ennis took thier roles very serious and did and excellent job playing thier characters. A great love story of forbid love with a tragic ending. Just goes to show what a high price one has to pay for true love and happiness or in thier case no love or happiness. I think more people ( men and women) should see this movie with an open mind and heart with hopes of a better understanding of the true meaning of love. teach us what life is really all about, and that's love and understanding. Hey, cowboys are people too.… Expand

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SeanL.May 27, 2006

An amazing, subtle-yet-powerful movie. Trancends sexuality with amibguous characters, and refuses to take the cop out and be blunt with it's emotions. Rare in film today, where melodrama reigns. And to those who try to categorize it, An amazing, subtle-yet-powerful movie. Trancends sexuality with amibguous characters, and refuses to take the cop out and be blunt with it's emotions. Rare in film today, where melodrama reigns. And to those who try to categorize it, look into her eyes when Michelle Williams's character watches Ledger and Gyllenhaal kiss. Then you know the message (if there is only one) of this movie: repressed love does no one any good.… Expand

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PaulH.May 24, 2006

Amazing piece of cinema! Breathtaking!

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SharonD.May 22, 2006

what a beautiful story, I really fell lin love with this film and its characters. All the actors were amazing. such a tragic love story!

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TinaArenaMay 21, 2006

An amazing piece of cinema. Simply brilliant!

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LucyB.May 20, 2006

Good actors and beautiful setting. Boring movie.

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FaisalM.May 20, 2006

A breathtaking tragedy. Its one of the most deeply felt movies that I ever viewed. This brings us to think as to how to react when you have found your true love and you know you can't do anything about it. I like the line 'I wish I A breathtaking tragedy. Its one of the most deeply felt movies that I ever viewed. This brings us to think as to how to react when you have found your true love and you know you can't do anything about it. I like the line 'I wish I knew how I quit you'. Jack Ennis and their wives were spectaculoar in their roles. And that shirt with blood stains haunts me...… Expand

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KennethM.May 18, 2006

I'll give this a ten simply for the fact that it mocks the dredges of american society: The cowboy.

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SeamusM.May 17, 2006

Not brilliant but good. An honest film if a bit dragged out. Heath Ledger's speech sometimes very hard to understand.

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DavidT.May 17, 2006

I've never encountered a film that has affected as deeply as Brokeback Mountain. It hurts so much yet it's so incredibly loving and beautiful. What an amazing piece of cinema. Ennis and Jack have parked themselves in my heart and I've never encountered a film that has affected as deeply as Brokeback Mountain. It hurts so much yet it's so incredibly loving and beautiful. What an amazing piece of cinema. Ennis and Jack have parked themselves in my heart and that's where they are staying.… Expand

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MartinS.May 11, 2006

Great love story shot in a spectacular setting.

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WilliamD.May 7, 2006

An over rated movie that destroys the most recognizable icon of America, the Cowboy.

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sinclairb.May 6, 2006

A touching and beautiful love story. A great film, one of the best movies in the last 30 years or so. I'll never understand the people who are saying terrible things about this masterpiece.

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peterV.May 4, 2006

A masterpiece.

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AriN.May 3, 2006

If you can get past the abrupt initial "in your face" sex scene, the rest of the movie is really good. Deeply emotional.

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DominicJ.May 1, 2006

Not only sensitive but skilful in its sustained sadness. It has surprised many men generally unmoved by gay relationships depicted on film. The short story is a classic and the film comes close to matching its restraint.

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AnonymousApr 30, 2006

Fantastic. This film is so moving...and at heart, so beautiful... there's just something about it. Both main characters are so tortured, so human... I am glad I decided to watch this. Don't avoid this because you think it will be a Fantastic. This film is so moving...and at heart, so beautiful... there's just something about it. Both main characters are so tortured, so human... I am glad I decided to watch this. Don't avoid this because you think it will be a film about "gays" or "homosexuality". It is a film about love, a film about a bond, and a very well-made one at that.… Expand

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Rev.RikardApr 27, 2006

In a most peaceful setting, away from the world, two coyboys embody one of the most disquieting issues affecting our entire culture. The pain experienced by every charcter is believable as is the anger. Ledger's does a great job of In a most peaceful setting, away from the world, two coyboys embody one of the most disquieting issues affecting our entire culture. The pain experienced by every charcter is believable as is the anger. Ledger's does a great job of letting his confusion and its accompanying anger percolate beneath the cloak of social conformity. It is a garment that doesn't fit, yet he is terrified to remove it. This movie does attempt to help the viewer understand "why a person is gay." This was not Lee's intent and the movie is the better for it. Its intent is help us feel the depth of pain experienced when the object of love is socially unacceptable, and the unabating anger one experiences when forced to live dishonestly.… Expand

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faghaterApr 27, 2006

Why would you make such a movie that expresses homosexuality in such a positive light. It is a sin to love thy gender as stated in the 10 commandments, therefore all knowing good people of this earth should protest the grotesque visualizationWhy would you make such a movie that expresses homosexuality in such a positive light. It is a sin to love thy gender as stated in the 10 commandments, therefore all knowing good people of this earth should protest the grotesque visualization of sodomy. God Hates FAGS and black people, but mostly FAGS!!!!!!!… Expand

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anonymousApr 26, 2006

This moving was utterly miserable to say the least. I give it a 2 for the photography and landscape for where it was filmed, other than that it in no way lived up to its expectations, the "oscar" abilty acting was no where near what one couldThis moving was utterly miserable to say the least. I give it a 2 for the photography and landscape for where it was filmed, other than that it in no way lived up to its expectations, the "oscar" abilty acting was no where near what one could deem "oscar" the accents made it unbearable, and not to mention there was no timeline for this movie, it just jumped around leaving the audience without a clue for how much time has elapsed. The characters did not evolve and niether did the movie. The homosexual love affair and predictable "hate-crime" ending was only a front to try and make this the most controversial movie of the century, which it definitly did not accomplish. Its acting and plot were glorified for greatness and instead the movie left its audience wondering what they had just paid money to watch.… Expand

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ElizabethC.Apr 24, 2006

This is a great movie. Even though the graphic material is hard to digest for some people, it makes the movie very real. In real life you dont candy coat your passion in the bedroom. This was a beautiful movie and I have much respect for This is a great movie. Even though the graphic material is hard to digest for some people, it makes the movie very real. In real life you dont candy coat your passion in the bedroom. This was a beautiful movie and I have much respect for Jake and Heath for daring to take such a huge step as professionals for their career. We will not soon forget this movie.… Expand

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AlyElleApr 24, 2006

I have never been so disappointed in a critically-acclaimed, Oscar nominated movie in all my life! I thought Million Dollar Baby was bad, but this takes the cake. The people who are giving this movie a high rating are obviously "followers"I have never been so disappointed in a critically-acclaimed, Oscar nominated movie in all my life! I thought Million Dollar Baby was bad, but this takes the cake. The people who are giving this movie a high rating are obviously "followers" who take on the opinions of people they deem important. Brokeback Mountain did not live up to any of the media hype. First of all, there was no romantic chemistry between these two cowboys, nor was there any reason to believe they are gay by orientation. Rather, they are stuck in the middle of nowhere for an entire summer, with only themselves. They are about as gay as two inmates stuck in the same cell for the rest of their lives. In other words, if I were isolated for months with a woman, she and I would most likely get it own, too-- BIG DEAL! Where's the romance in that? Ang Lee and the writers failed to show a genuine emotional bond develop between these two. Their attachment was driven by loneliness and libido, nothing else. Heath Ledger was a HORRIBLE actor! I could barely understand him throughout the movie. Being from Mississippi, I pride myself on understanding the thickest of country accents, but even I was lost numerous times whenever Ledger's character spoke. Jake G. wasn't too much better. The best actor--by far-- was the woman who played Ledger's wife. Now, another issue I have with the movie is that neither character showed any struggle with their attraction to one another as it related to them being married men living heterosexual lives. It was hard--in fact, impossible-- to root for them because they showed absolutely no remorse for cheating on their wives and abandoning their families. Never did I really get the sense that being "gay" was hard for them. We are expected to believe that 20 years passed between them, yet we never see any substance to their relationship. These are the same men who--despite the taboo nature of their affair--kiss passionately OUTSIDE the home of one partner whose wife and family are within sight. PLEASE!!! And, speaking of 20 years passing, the make-up artist assigned to this movie needs to be shot because none of the characters--except the children-- aged one bit. In the end, Ledger's character didn't look anymore than 10 years older than his 19-year old daughter. All in all, this movie was all about political Hollywood hype and not about cinematic quality. I would have given it a 1 for the few beautifully shot landscape scene of the mountain side, but after seeing so many of them transition after transition, that got old... so Brokeback gets a ZERO from me! The movie perpetuates the stigma that gay men have no remorse for infidelity and care more about getting their rocks off than being in meaningful, loving, committed relationships with each other. I am very gay friendly and I have seen true love be established and maintained by gay couples. For them it isn't about sex! Too bad America didn't get to see that in this movie. Thank God "Crash" got Best Movie and not his piece of junk!… Expand

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DomA.Apr 23, 2006

I think that what this movie was meant to represent and the storyline were completely off. The forbidden love story was great, but I did not like country cowboy theme intertwined with that. I felt it could have grasped an audience better and I think that what this movie was meant to represent and the storyline were completely off. The forbidden love story was great, but I did not like country cowboy theme intertwined with that. I felt it could have grasped an audience better and been explosive enough to win an Oscar if it had been set in different place or different time even. Heath's country accent was completely off as well. I was not impressed with his performance as the Leading Actor.… Expand

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AlbertL.Apr 18, 2006

The best film of 2005 without a doubt. Good directing, acting, screenplay, score, and cinematography. It may have been robbed at the Academy Awards, but it is nonetheless a better movie than Crash.

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SeanK.Apr 18, 2006

I give it a two rating because some of the scenery was great. The acting was average, the characters forgettable. An overall terrible movie, with nothing to interest the viewer and the ending just cuts off unexpectedly with no resolution. I give it a two rating because some of the scenery was great. The acting was average, the characters forgettable. An overall terrible movie, with nothing to interest the viewer and the ending just cuts off unexpectedly with no resolution. Starts out blah, remains blah and ends before you can say blah. A joke that it garnered so much acclaim, one of the worst movies I have seen in years.… Expand

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BobS.Apr 18, 2006

this movie is a horrible example of a movie. The actors in this moive should be ashamed. I am disapointed. I want my money back.

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SteveApr 18, 2006

A disappointing movie. Sorry, but I just didn't see the chemistry between Heath and Jay. I found it hard to understand some of the dialogue and might have missed key points because of this. The movie just didn't speak to me. I A disappointing movie. Sorry, but I just didn't see the chemistry between Heath and Jay. I found it hard to understand some of the dialogue and might have missed key points because of this. The movie just didn't speak to me. I thought it was over-rated.… Expand

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MarthaApr 16, 2006

Great story, a little drawn out and with an awkward ending.

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CoreyS.Apr 13, 2006

A classic film destined to be talked about for years. While some complained that it was too slow, inexpressive, or there wasn't enough lead up to the love between Jack and Ennis, many of us thoroughly appreciated the complexities being A classic film destined to be talked about for years. While some complained that it was too slow, inexpressive, or there wasn't enough lead up to the love between Jack and Ennis, many of us thoroughly appreciated the complexities being masterfully woven for us on the big screen. I guess people want Splendor in the Grass type love, or loud verbalizations of "Oh Honey! I love you so!" or more sex, or crying scenes maybe. Such a thing would totally defeat a central theme of this film; the point was that these were two humans falling in a love that they couldn't speak of, and didnt' fully know how to explain. Hello? Wasn't that the point? But the fact that they reignite and can't forget each other only confirms the power of their love. I can't believe (well actually I can) the poster on here who said he hadn't seen the film until all "the buzz" goes away, then goes on to give the film a negative review. Its no wonder the real Jack and Ennises of the world feel they have to hide their love. This is not just some move about men who can't express themselves. Unfortunately, there are many people who the art of subtley is completely lost on, not to mention the inability to grasp what a complex film is. Some of us go the movies to experience a story, not just be "entertained" as one person said. If we want that, there is plenty out there. Its sad that every emotion or experience has to be verbalized in order for people to get it. I guess this is probably the reason why some people like Crash so much, it does all of your thinking for you. I guess the studies that say fewer and fewer Americans read anymore is true; reading makes a person think, and that increases critical thinking skills and that effects everything else we do, even how we view films. Kudos to Ang Lee and everyone involved in this film, for giving what many of us long for, a deep, thought provoking cinematic experience so masterfully woven and told.… Expand

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AmyR.Apr 12, 2006

Worth a rental, but disappointing. I'm a fan of Ang Lee's films, but Heath Ledger's performance almost ruined the movie for me. I thought his use of his face and mouth was exagerrated and distracting--he was hard toWorth a rental, but disappointing. I'm a fan of Ang Lee's films, but Heath Ledger's performance almost ruined the movie for me. I thought his use of his face and mouth was exagerrated and distracting--he was hard to understand, and frankly, frustrating to watch. (I grew up with a grandad who was this "strong silent type," so maybe my expectations are unrealistic?! Grandad was a master...) However, Jake Gyllenhall's performance saved the movie, and the cinematography is beautiful. But, the intensity just isn't sustained, and the screenplay somehow doesn't bring to life the depth and breadth of all those years' hidden love. Something didn't work here, and I think it's in Annie Proulx's short story. The movie ultimately seems at its core like merely an overexpanded idea, relying on a foundation of supposed bleakness that's unexplored. It doesn't quite work, and it's a shame. I thought the Ice Storm understood and explored its era and culture much better, and I expected more from Mr. Lee.… Expand

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ManoloM.Apr 12, 2006

Extraordinary film...from the direction, to performances, screenplay, cinematography, music. Defenetely is an all-in-one movie, jaja. Hope every one enjoy this love story and must of all open the door of tolerance and acceptance.

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DougP.Apr 12, 2006

This movie does depict the trials and tribulations that some gay men go through (less so in these modern times) but the movie was a big dissapointment. I thought after watching it I could tell my heterosexual friends to watch so they could This movie does depict the trials and tribulations that some gay men go through (less so in these modern times) but the movie was a big dissapointment. I thought after watching it I could tell my heterosexual friends to watch so they could have a better understanding of the gay life, but the movie itself is not worth the recommendation. I'm not saying that in the end everything should have worked out and they lived out their lives together, but the ending was terrible, I was struggling to even bring a tear to my eye because it was obvious that Ennes didn't share Jack's feelings about love and happiness, granted it would be difficult in those times to live a happy life as a gay couple, but Ennes also displayed little emotion at the end of the movie, and I really can't say anything else besides this movie was dissapointing. I would recommend "Beautiful Thing" , it more closely reflects the challenges a gay person faces in these times and it has a happier ending.… Expand

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C.M.Apr 10, 2006

2 given for scenery only. Slow and very boring. Two men fall in love, get married, home with their families, then get together then home with their families, then get together on and on. This movies wasn't about homosexuality, it was 2 given for scenery only. Slow and very boring. Two men fall in love, get married, home with their families, then get together then home with their families, then get together on and on. This movies wasn't about homosexuality, it was about bi-sexuality. Pet peev... Why is that minority groups continue to group themselves, segregate themselves and then make the claim that they are ostracized from the rest of society. I agree live and let live, love and let love but I have to ask by what rating system or standard did this this movie received such great reviews. My concern, the way this movie was done could cause more harm than good to the group of people it was supposed to represent. There are more effective ways to be heard.… Expand

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MarcellaZ.Apr 10, 2006

I expected this movie to be stupid and/or coy. Instead it was real and compassionate. Emotionally, this one caught me 100% off guard. My hat is completely off to Heath and Jake. They were fabulous. If a person does not give this movie a I expected this movie to be stupid and/or coy. Instead it was real and compassionate. Emotionally, this one caught me 100% off guard. My hat is completely off to Heath and Jake. They were fabulous. If a person does not give this movie a "10", I would question whether or not they have ever been truly in love??? The homophobic should not watch this movie-->unless they want to begin developing their compassion toward minorities of all shape, size, orientation or color. If yes, then this movie could be a place for the homophobe to start expanding their hearts and minds to real troubles others experience. As for myself, I might stop crying in a couple of months. This movie had a profound effect on me.… Expand

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TomMillerApr 9, 2006

I was not too interested in seeing this movie because I thought it would be a story based on homosexual love. There are many other things I took from this movie - people who are in relationships they do not want to be in, how society canI was not too interested in seeing this movie because I thought it would be a story based on homosexual love. There are many other things I took from this movie - people who are in relationships they do not want to be in, how society can make us comply with thing against our human nature, and how lonely some people can be. If you apply these concepts to oppression around the world, not just to homosexuals, you will be moved by this movie.… Expand

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GregG.Apr 8, 2006

I wanted to see what all the hype was about, so I watched the movie. I have to admit that it wasn't what I expected. The actors seemed to put their all into portraying their characters. The story wasn't bad either, especially I wanted to see what all the hype was about, so I watched the movie. I have to admit that it wasn't what I expected. The actors seemed to put their all into portraying their characters. The story wasn't bad either, especially considering that it came from a short story. Honestly, it made me sad in the end. Can you imagine caring that deeply about someone and not being able to be with them or tell anyone about it? They couldn't control how they felt about each other and seemed to be hated because of it. I got it. It was a good movie. Worth the watch.… Expand

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RiverR.Apr 8, 2006

This movie has moved into my conciousness and shows no sign of looking for the exit. I'll likely pull it out at times, not unlike Ennis' and Jack's reunions, and put my emotions through their reps again. By the way, someday This movie has moved into my conciousness and shows no sign of looking for the exit. I'll likely pull it out at times, not unlike Ennis' and Jack's reunions, and put my emotions through their reps again. By the way, someday more people will realize that this isn't a GAY love story....it's a story.....a story with power and sensitivity. Even if you're not presently willing to see this movie, trust me, someday you will watch it, and, whether you admit it or not, it will touch you deeply. This motion picture touched me in so many ways and on so many levels; still, it's done subtly yet powerfully without going for shock value or making a direct statement. The performances by all the cast are sublime and, yes, everything you've heard about Mr Ledger's portrayal is true and I say this without meaning to diminish Mr Gyllanhal's work or that of the other supporting players. Beautifully done! All this is, of course, the very apparent result of Mr Lee's incredibly gifted interpretation of Ms Proulx's short story. What a gift!… Expand

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MiKEApr 7, 2006

I expected it to be alittle better. Maybe because I read all the positive reviews about the movie. Overall not a bad movie.

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ShaunApr 6, 2006

I'm sure the book is good. However, this is one truly boring and terrible movie. The plot is thin and incredibly unexplained, and no I'm not talking about the ending because I GOT IT, but the fact that the men could have wives and I'm sure the book is good. However, this is one truly boring and terrible movie. The plot is thin and incredibly unexplained, and no I'm not talking about the ending because I GOT IT, but the fact that the men could have wives and children and still be in love with each other could have used much more explanation. I don't know why people don't question that. I understand how it is, but it saddens me, as a gay man, to have this garbage strewn onto the public without any explanation. The cinematography is good, the acting is good, the story is terrible, and it is very very very boring. I know slower moving movies that kept me more entertained that this garbage. I can't believe people think this is 'artful'. It wouldn't take very much for me to come up with a better screenplay involving the forbidden love of two men - making it more interesting, more developed, and could probably even add a twist ending to it. But alas, this is what we get. And it gets all of it's good reviews just because conservative America isn't used to contemporary life. Shame.… Expand

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DSiglerApr 6, 2006

I hope that everyone who has a problem with this movie takes a really hard look at who they really are and see if they are open to how others may want to live their lives. It is not for us to judge. If being gay is wrong they will answer for I hope that everyone who has a problem with this movie takes a really hard look at who they really are and see if they are open to how others may want to live their lives. It is not for us to judge. If being gay is wrong they will answer for it some day but we are not powerful enough to judge. Let people live their lives they way they want. All of the critics of this film seem to be put off because of the relationship between two men. Well get over it. Life may not be the fairy tale you want it to be. Acceptance is the key to freedom. Why is that so hard for people to understand?? This is not the left trying to make a statement. This is real life. Deal with it. This was a great story for what it was like during that time for two men to love each other. As Americans we should be ashamed for the way gays were treated and are still being treated. I say live and let live.… Expand

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cmleeApr 6, 2006

Ground-breaking exploration of homophobia and self-hatred reinforced by rural "so-called 'christian' culture of repression of all things different that the dominant......

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BJApr 6, 2006

This movie was the worst gay themed movie ever made. The story was completly disappointing. And what was with the accent of the stars? Were they shooting for a southern or cowboy accent that didn't make them sound like a retard? Heath This movie was the worst gay themed movie ever made. The story was completly disappointing. And what was with the accent of the stars? Were they shooting for a southern or cowboy accent that didn't make them sound like a retard? Heath ledger was so uncomfortable in all his scenes and it shows. He mumbled many of the lines or failed to deliver them properly. The absurd notion that jack twists wife wouldn't notice that he was a FLAMING homosexual is also unbelievable. Overall the movie was over hyped because it was the first "mainstream" exposure to gay issues. "Boys don't cry" was a far better movie than this flaming pile of poo. A 1000 monkeys typing for a 1000 days would come up with a better gay drama than this weak showing from Ang Lee who is overblown as a director.… Expand

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joej.Apr 6, 2006

If u like watching 2 guys in a movie get it on i do recammend this.not 2 mention it starts out very slow.

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dorish.Apr 5, 2006

A real love story.

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JakeTApr 4, 2006

Gays do make for a good story.

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ChristineL.Apr 4, 2006

HORRIBLE! just because its about life as a homosexual cowboy in the 1960's-1980's is the only reason it won any awards. horrible is not a good enough word to describe this story. i have plenty of gay friends who agree with me. its HORRIBLE! just because its about life as a homosexual cowboy in the 1960's-1980's is the only reason it won any awards. horrible is not a good enough word to describe this story. i have plenty of gay friends who agree with me. its just a bad movie. period. thats it. im actually speechless cause i cant believe it won ANY awards at all!… Expand

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DaleK.Apr 4, 2006

A gut wrenching masterpiece of a movie. This film pefectly portrays the mood and meaning of Annie Proulx's story in every way!

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BallerinaApr 4, 2006

Brokeback Mountain is a beautiful and touching story of love denied by society. I saw it a few weeks ago, but I still can't get out of my head its unforgettable lines, the breathtaking scenery, the haunting music, the stunning Brokeback Mountain is a beautiful and touching story of love denied by society. I saw it a few weeks ago, but I still can't get out of my head its unforgettable lines, the breathtaking scenery, the haunting music, the stunning performance by the actors. The story and the characters are so realistically drawn that it feels like they did really exist. It's outrageous Brokeback Mountain didn't win the Oscar as best film, best cinematography and best actor. One of the greatest film of all times.… Expand

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ReinerY.Apr 3, 2006

This is the best movie that I ever had. I have admire the Director (Ang Lee) so much. This is one of the best to get your heart at all.

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KAApr 3, 2006

If you read the short story, and TRULY appreciated it for what it was (far before seeing the film), you would dislike this movie a bit more...The acting is great of course, but the film moved too far from Proulx's original feel.

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CarlC.Apr 3, 2006

Brokeback Mountain has made me review my life. The book, the film, the reaction has galvanized my perception that love can't be placed on a back shelf. I thought the performances were honest, and of an atypically great Hollywood Brokeback Mountain has made me review my life. The book, the film, the reaction has galvanized my perception that love can't be placed on a back shelf. I thought the performances were honest, and of an atypically great Hollywood caliber. I'll get the DVD, but BBM deserves being seen in a theatre. I was really disappointed that it didn't take Best Picture.… Expand

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TomB.Apr 3, 2006

A cure for insomnia, a modest love story. It gets noticed because it breaks traditional stereotypes, that's it. It would be like having a teen movie full of heavily clothed teen women, and teen guys that AREN'T trying to have sex. A cure for insomnia, a modest love story. It gets noticed because it breaks traditional stereotypes, that's it. It would be like having a teen movie full of heavily clothed teen women, and teen guys that AREN'T trying to have sex. Or having a sports movie where the underdog gets completely destroyed. OOO SHOCKING AND CREATIVE. I know some people will blast me as a homophob (a typical reaction to critics of critics of this film) but I fell asleep 3 times during this movie because it movies at the pace of a sedated sloth.… Expand

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JackM.Apr 1, 2006

Overpraised melodrama. An uninteresting story about uninteresting people. And the production values are weak, to boot. Several early scenes are flat-out over-exposed and out-of-focus. That ain't art, Mary, that's mediocrity. Heath Overpraised melodrama. An uninteresting story about uninteresting people. And the production values are weak, to boot. Several early scenes are flat-out over-exposed and out-of-focus. That ain't art, Mary, that's mediocrity. Heath Ledger mumbles his way through the entire movie, which some pretentious people confuse with acting.… Expand

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texMar 28, 2006

a rare treat; singularly impressive. proves that oscar has lost its legitimacy.

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BugaTraeyMar 27, 2006

this movie is the best! it is not supposed to be about 2 gay ppl falling in love, yes they are gay but so what..they fell in love. they did leave their families behind but they needed to do it, if yoyu loved someone that much then you;d dothis movie is the best! it is not supposed to be about 2 gay ppl falling in love, yes they are gay but so what..they fell in love. they did leave their families behind but they needed to do it, if yoyu loved someone that much then you;d do it. this movie ois great!! the actors are fantastic and ang less is great as well!!!!!!!!!!!(L)… Expand

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FraserWalkerMar 26, 2006

What was that piece of garbage the only thing that comes to my head is "gay cowboys" looks like a plot taken out of a South Park episode the only reason it got good reviews is because people like seeing gay guys get beatin to death and thatsWhat was that piece of garbage the only thing that comes to my head is "gay cowboys" looks like a plot taken out of a South Park episode the only reason it got good reviews is because people like seeing gay guys get beatin to death and thats the only reason. i'm not gay or anything but c'mon people that has to be one of the supidist films i've ever seen i think they should re-phrase the title for a better warning "Bend over Mountain… Expand

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FrancescoMar 24, 2006

Absolutely amazing! This movie was like a shot to the heart to me. It's a beautiful story about deep and genuine love, denied by society. How is it that someone slapped the easy tag of "gay cowboy movie" on this film, I wonder? Absolutely amazing! This movie was like a shot to the heart to me. It's a beautiful story about deep and genuine love, denied by society. How is it that someone slapped the easy tag of "gay cowboy movie" on this film, I wonder? "Brokeback Mountain" made me think about my own life, about the force of genuine feelings: those who are lucky enough to find true love in our short life should keep it like a treasure because this is ultimately what it counts. This film also made me think about the cruelty of some people, and the iniquities that homosexual people have suffered in different parts of the world, in different ages. I don't accept some criticism, according to which the characters are immoral because they are homosexual and cheat on their wives. Who said so didn't understand much of this film. [***SPOILERS***] Ennis has no tools to come to terms with his feelings and sexual attraction to Jack; he was broght up with a sense of horror towards homosexuality, which he considers as an aberrant condition, to be ashamed of and repress: this is unfortunately what was taught to him. The social background he comes from doesn't enable him to cope with this situation. He literally swallows his feelings and hardly ever expresses them (well, he hardly ever speaks). He desperately tries to forget about Jack and Brokeback Mountain and to live a "normal" llife with his wife. But, as the movie poster states, love is a of force of nature, and you cannot resist to it. All the characters, including the wives, are ultimately unhappy and defeated. But whose fault is it? Ennis's? I found this character deeply moving and absolutely realistic. This is Ang Lee's best film by far, and one the best movies I have ever seen; at least, the one who strikes the most: I can't get out of my mind its intense images, the laconic, incisive and beautiful lines, the haunting music. The pacing is calm: the writer of the original short story, Annie Proulx, and the two screenwriters, McMurtry and Ossana, managed to depict this peculiar and, at the same time, universal story (which is set in 1963-1983 Wyoming) with few but cutting masterstrokes. What makes this movie great is its perfect mixture of strong and poetic images (how could they give the Oscar for best cinematography to "Memoirs of Geisha"!? It's unbelievable...), its melancholic music, the meaningful silence and facial expressions of the characters, the scarse but mighty lines... There are no long dialogues: this would be irrealistic, since it's ultimately two young (and later mature) uneducated cowboys, grown in the narrow spaces of a provincial rural society. The actors' performances are absolutely stunning: Heath Ledger is in my opinion, the best of all, and it's a real shame he didn't get the awards he deserved! I was very disappointed too when I saw that the Academy Awards didn't give "Brokeback Mountain" the Oscar as best picture: I think this is outrageous and proves that the Academy Awards do not, too often, stand for quality, but, on the contrary, are the result of unpredictable marketing strategies or strange "ideologies". In this case, I think many of the voters acted out their prejudices against a still controversial theme, that is, gay love and homosexuality, in the secret of their voting booths. Yet, I am glad this masterpiece received dozens of other accolades, among which the "Leone d'Oro" (the golden lion) at the Venice Film Festival, back at the film's world premiere in September 2005: being Italian myself, I'm proud we paved the way for such an amazing piece of art.… Expand

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NicoO.Mar 23, 2006

Faultless. Excellent performances and direction - Ang Lee fully deserves that Academy Award.

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JoeR.Mar 21, 2006

Yes, the Movie is slow. It's supposed to be. My opinion is based on rembering that the movie takes place between 1963 and sometime in the 80's. Gay relationships were NOT welcome. I consider it a well written and well acted movie.Yes, the Movie is slow. It's supposed to be. My opinion is based on rembering that the movie takes place between 1963 and sometime in the 80's. Gay relationships were NOT welcome. I consider it a well written and well acted movie.
The movie is a sad one because the love of the main characters is forbidden and takes place outside their marriages. I would consider this a call to acceptance. If their relationship was accepted there would be no infidelity. As for the "hate crime scene" at the end... do you really think that life treats everyone fair.
I would call this movie a fair depiction of LIFE. Not every stroy end "happily ever after."… Expand

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KrisS.Mar 19, 2006

An excellent film with themes that run beyond the "gay cowboys" thing that everyone seems so fixated upon.

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PaigeN.Mar 16, 2006

This was a tragedy as some people noted, but not fulfillying their committments to their families was only a small part of the tragedy. The true tragedy was that these men did not get the chance to have a fulfilling loving relationship with This was a tragedy as some people noted, but not fulfillying their committments to their families was only a small part of the tragedy. The true tragedy was that these men did not get the chance to have a fulfilling loving relationship with one another because of society's old-fashioned, moronic social taboos. If these men had been free to be with one another, they would have never hurt their wives or children. Superb acting, superb direction, beautiful scenery, and an utterly enthralling story. Kudos to the courage of all the people it took to make this story come to the big screen.… Expand

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MackenzieMar 16, 2006

Oh my goodness!! This is the best movie I have evr seen. I've been trying for over a month now to explain how truly excellent this movie is. I have seen it three times. Heath Ledger is fantastic. My absolutely favorite actor in the Oh my goodness!! This is the best movie I have evr seen. I've been trying for over a month now to explain how truly excellent this movie is. I have seen it three times. Heath Ledger is fantastic. My absolutely favorite actor in the whole world. Jake Gyllenhaal gives a wonderful performance. Throughout the whole film you practically become Ennis and Jack. But in the end it's unimaginable what Ennis feels. In the last maybe half-hour I was thrown many things deeply touching and saddening I could not help but sob into my jacket. I just had to see it a second time. Then it felt like I could not live if I didn't see it a third time. And now I'd like to see it a fourth maybe. It was such a great adaptation from Annie's Proulx's short-story. The country was stunned when it didn't win Oscars/Academy Award's Best Picture. But BROKEBACK MOUNTAIN is the absolute best movie and my definite favorite movie of all time.… Expand

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MattMar 15, 2006

This movie was not all that it was hyped up to be. I went there expecting to at least see a love story that was unique at best, but it ended up being depressing because how careless these guys were about their families and such. I justThis movie was not all that it was hyped up to be. I went there expecting to at least see a love story that was unique at best, but it ended up being depressing because how careless these guys were about their families and such. I just couldn't stand the two main characters and felt absolutely no sympathy for them. The only reason i give it points are for michelle william's performance and maybe a bit of Anne Hathaway's. This was more of an anti-love story that depicted gays in more of a negative way than a positive way.… Expand

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PhilMar 15, 2006

THE WORST movie I have ever witnessed. I let a ladyfriend talk me into watching it with her(things we do for love). Not that I am homophobic, but the movie had no redeeming characters, just endless minutes of the misery broughjt on by one THE WORST movie I have ever witnessed. I let a ladyfriend talk me into watching it with her(things we do for love). Not that I am homophobic, but the movie had no redeeming characters, just endless minutes of the misery broughjt on by one summer at brokeback mountain. Watching 2 men destroy their own lives as well as the lives of their familys isn't enteraining in the least, and by the end of the movie I could understand either of them becoming suicidal, I know I was by the time it was over. The only redeeming quaulity was that you were so thankful when it was over.… Expand

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NicholasS.Mar 15, 2006

Best film I've seen in at least 3 years. Superior performances, superb cinematography, excellent screen play! Repeat viewings on the big screen are definitely in order!

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NickiR.Mar 14, 2006

i thougtht that Brokeback Mountain is one of the best movies ever created. It was truely a love story and not just a gay movie. There was a lot of contriversy over this movie but i truely dipicted real life.

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ToddF.Mar 13, 2006

Everyone else misses the point. This is not a beautiful love story, this is actually a tragedy...a tragedy for the families these men ripped apart trying to fulfill their "forbidden love". Real men stick to their commitments and provide Everyone else misses the point. This is not a beautiful love story, this is actually a tragedy...a tragedy for the families these men ripped apart trying to fulfill their "forbidden love". Real men stick to their commitments and provide support and love to their families first, their illicit lovers not at all. Reminds me of the guys from high school who leave their wives to revive the teenage affair after a 20 year reunion, only to find their lives, and the lives of those they should love most, ruined. Sad, just sad. With this being Hollywood's version of a beautiful love story, it is no wonder Hollywood marriages last 3 months and Hollywood kids are drug addicts.… Expand

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DerekMar 12, 2006

This is one of the most effective love stories I've seen on film.

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PaulMar 12, 2006

This film is one of the very few films that inflicted changes in my life. It shot me right through! Two thumbs up for the film and hands down to Ang Lee.

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BacktoB.Mar 11, 2006

Simply the most amazing and perfect film I've seen, ever. It is a wonderful adaptation of a tight, poetic short story into a sweeping and very accessible film. The love between these two men is something so rare on screen - honest, Simply the most amazing and perfect film I've seen, ever. It is a wonderful adaptation of a tight, poetic short story into a sweeping and very accessible film. The love between these two men is something so rare on screen - honest, true, deep, affectionate, and lasting. A gem of perfect story, perfect casting, perfect soundtrack, and a director who knew how to make it come to life.… Expand

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