Brokeback Mountain

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MSwittDec 21, 2005

Best movie I've seen in years.

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Chris&ChrisDec 20, 2005

We both would have given it an 8 if we'd reviewed it right after seeing it, but now three days later neither of us can stop thinking about it! Looks like this is common. It haunts you. I know it won't let me go until I see it We both would have given it an 8 if we'd reviewed it right after seeing it, but now three days later neither of us can stop thinking about it! Looks like this is common. It haunts you. I know it won't let me go until I see it again. It grows more powerful and emotional the more you play it over in your head, the more you find yourself imagining all the things the characters never get to say. That's its remarkable, unusual power. We just grabbed Proulx's original story -- the film was amazingly true to it. Her incredible dialogue is nearly all on screen, and her dazzlingly poetic prose is evoked in Lee's poetic imagery. Wow.… Expand

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DanielC.Dec 20, 2005

The best love story to come out of Hollywood since the Passion.

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TunM.Dec 23, 2005

It is a great movie. everything is flawless.

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JasonM.Dec 23, 2005

Undeniably moving and lingers with you.

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AlinaM.Dec 23, 2005

An absolutely haunting love story that will stick with me for years to come. Not one superflous scene or performance. I sincerely hope the Academy awards this stunning and majestic film with Best Picture, Actor, Supp. Actor, Supp. Actress, An absolutely haunting love story that will stick with me for years to come. Not one superflous scene or performance. I sincerely hope the Academy awards this stunning and majestic film with Best Picture, Actor, Supp. Actor, Supp. Actress, Score, Screenplay, Cinematography, etc. Truly a work of exquisite art and uncompromising beauty. It hit me right in the gut.… Expand

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WillW.Dec 28, 2005

Finally a serious film about forbidden love which is not stereotyped. Great acting all around. Ang Lee does an amazing job of cutting to the core. Hopefully this film will take away top honors at the Academy Awards.

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DaveP.Dec 28, 2005

One of a few movies that has ever affected me emotionally. Outstanding performances; very moving.

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DanD.Dec 29, 2005

An example of the wisdom "To thine own self be true."

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TadejB.Dec 29, 2005

classic love story. Kind of slow, but given the state of this country, it takes time for most red state people to care about the characters

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TonyC.Dec 30, 2005

Heath Ledger gives the performance of a lifetime. Considering the subject matter and really the lack of sex, this highly sexual story is effective on so many levels. Truly grounbreaking and powerful. Not just for gays or lesbians this is a Heath Ledger gives the performance of a lifetime. Considering the subject matter and really the lack of sex, this highly sexual story is effective on so many levels. Truly grounbreaking and powerful. Not just for gays or lesbians this is a story of unrequitted love for everyone.… Expand

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JoseN.Dec 3, 2005

One of the best movies of the year. Good luck to all actors and actresses.

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AnthonyD.Dec 8, 2005

The perfect film. As simple as that.

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KeithJan 11, 2006

One of the most moving films I've seen in years. A fine example of what wonderful writing can produce. The more I thought about the film, days after, weeks after seeing it, the more I loved it. The two lead characters haunted me, One of the most moving films I've seen in years. A fine example of what wonderful writing can produce. The more I thought about the film, days after, weeks after seeing it, the more I loved it. The two lead characters haunted me, particularly Ennis, who broke my heart. Ultimately, the story works almost more as his tragedy, what is wrought when a life is lived beneath the weight of self-loathing and denial. I'd be interested to know if the few people so strident in their criticism actually saw the film. While they cast the movie as some agenda piece of far left Hollywood, they make their own agendas all too apparent. It is important to remember that this film took 7 years to get made. Studios and directors didn't want to touch it because of its subject matter, despite the script having the reputation as the best unmade movie floating around. Why must every movie or work of art having to do with gay characters automatically be labled as having an agenda? Why can't it just be what it is - a work of art? Judge it on those mertis, not on outside forces that have nothing to do with the film. The reason this film works as well as it does is because its only agenda and allegience is to these two characters. And these two men come so painfully alive, that their tragedy sears the heart and mind. In the end, for me, it is a classic love story, maybe the best modern love story to be made in some time, because it utilizes all the hallmarks of tragic love with wonderful restraint and sincerity.… Expand

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timb.Jan 11, 2006

This movie is a masterpiece i have not seen a movie made this well in a looong time. The actors were supurb and should be awarded for their performances. i don't think that Ang lee could have picked better actors to pull of this amazing This movie is a masterpiece i have not seen a movie made this well in a looong time. The actors were supurb and should be awarded for their performances. i don't think that Ang lee could have picked better actors to pull of this amazing story. Thank you Ang Lee for taking this project and making it a wonderful piece of film history. you must see this movie you will be touched by the love of these characters gay or straight.… Expand

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AndrewG.Jan 12, 2006

A testament to persue your passion (or become a shell?). This could have been a melodrama, but rolled out as a serene meditation of longing and loss with a live nerve threaded through.

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TaraK.Jan 13, 2006

Very Profound & the most moving film I have seen in years- A definite American classic. Ledger is truly astounding. Finally a film that equals or even surpasses its written source material. I still can't get this out of my head weeks later...

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StefanorJan 13, 2006

The most beautiful, melancholy film I've ever seen. Heath and Jake are wonderful. The scene with Ennis and the shirt made me weep.

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L.S.Jan 13, 2006

This was one of the best movies I have seen in years. The emotional depth of the script and wonderful acting made seeing this movie more than just an entertaining experience. It trully touched me.

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PresW.Jan 13, 2006

Have to admit that I always thought the story was unfilmable - sparse words being so vital to it's charm. When I attended an advance screening, I was prepared to be disappointed, partly due to repeated viewings of the trailer that, IHave to admit that I always thought the story was unfilmable - sparse words being so vital to it's charm. When I attended an advance screening, I was prepared to be disappointed, partly due to repeated viewings of the trailer that, I admit, left me in tears. While I did find the pacing of the near silent first scenes awkward on first viewing, made worse by poor sound in the theatre, I was quickly swept into the picture and transported. As the closing credits rolled I felt that I had just witnessed something politically important and cinematically poetic. The stunned silence of my fellow viewers led me to suspect that I might be right. Ang Lee has made a movie that refuses to capitulate to trend in any way. No bombast, no gratuity. McMurtry and Ossana beautifully fleshed out the tale just enough to capture the spirit and soul of these people trapped in a hell worthy of Sartre. Ledger is stunning - made more so by his virtual disposable mainstream performances prior to this - as his every utterance seems an effort to express something while giving away nothing. Gyllenhaal builds upon the stride forward witnessed in "Jarhead" and leaves us curious as to what comes next. Michelle Williams' performance puts her embryonic years at the Creek behind her - finely balancing a role that could have easily become unsympathetic. Hathaway slips beautifully out of her fluffy tiara persona into a crown of thorn - her young Texas spitfire turning brittle from the deprivation of a storybook ending daddy's little girl thought she deserved. I'm surprised to see some online reviewers focusing on this film as one that glorifies lies and adultery and I have to wonder if we saw the same movie. What I saw was a cautionary tale of the pain and chaos created when one is unable or refuses to reconcile with what they face in the mirror - a glorification of nothing. This is not a "gay cowboy" movie nor is it a "gay" anything movie. It's a spiritual movie about everyone's need to find their place in the world. Whether you choose to do it with an evangelical theory of God or with any other equally important reference is part of that journey.… Expand

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MaryM.Jan 14, 2006

A testament to the human spirit in the great expanse of nature portrayed by genuine, heartfelt performances.

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BrianJan 14, 2006

A must see for everyone!

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SimonJan 15, 2006

I'm with the people on here who say that this movie stays with them for days or weeks. One day on and I can't get it out of my head. Truly haunting, stunningly beautiful and with a human message for all of us. Please let this win I'm with the people on here who say that this movie stays with them for days or weeks. One day on and I can't get it out of my head. Truly haunting, stunningly beautiful and with a human message for all of us. Please let this win best film at the oscars and set an example both to filmakers and human beings everywhere.… Expand

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MichaelF.Jan 16, 2006

One of the best movies I've ever seen.

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GayleK.Jan 16, 2006

One of the best movies I have ever seen. I can't stop thinking about it and it has been 3 days since I have seen it. I am going to see it again this coming weekend. Not too many movies make me feel like this one did. It is a very One of the best movies I have ever seen. I can't stop thinking about it and it has been 3 days since I have seen it. I am going to see it again this coming weekend. Not too many movies make me feel like this one did. It is a very beautiful love story and very heart renching. The actors in this movie are amazing and deserve as many awards as they will get. This is a beautiful love story about love, not about being gay or being anything else. It is just about a very special love that two people feel for each other.… Expand

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AnonymousD.Jan 19, 2006

An absolute masterpiece....

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DouglasV.Jan 19, 2006

Fantastic movie. A movie that approaches life as life is lived, through the eyes of people. their emotions, their faults, their failures, their dreams, their partial conquests. At it's root a love story. Well told, well shot, Fantastic movie. A movie that approaches life as life is lived, through the eyes of people. their emotions, their faults, their failures, their dreams, their partial conquests. At it's root a love story. Well told, well shot, believeable, real. Thumbs all the way up. See it. If you need a faster paced film then you just cant stand reality.… Expand

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AlexD.Jan 21, 2006

There couldn

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KattisW.Jan 21, 2006

This is one of the best movies I have ever seen! It is a love story worth watching and it is very thought provoking. I had a hard time breathing leaving the theater and I wish I had brought a handkerchief.

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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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AdamM.Jan 23, 2006

Finally a movie that portrays homosexuality as a struggle and not a pride parade.

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NathanL.Jan 23, 2006

What a wonderful movie. It stayed with me for days after it was over. I didn't think that I was going to be as moved by this movie as I was. The story, acting, directing, and scenery were all just so great.

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HeronJ.Jan 23, 2006

A love story so utterly beautiful and so abjectly devastating that it truly is the most affecting unsentimental film to come along in a very long time. It's laconic pacing will not suit everyone but is perfect in my opinion in serving A love story so utterly beautiful and so abjectly devastating that it truly is the most affecting unsentimental film to come along in a very long time. It's laconic pacing will not suit everyone but is perfect in my opinion in serving Proulx's short fiction. And Heath Ledger really is as good as people have been saying.… Expand

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TomM.Jan 26, 2006

Superbly acted, photographed, and scored, this brilliant film deserves all of the the so-called "hype" that it has received. Although many who have seen "Brokeback Mountain" have complained on about it on moral grounds, it presents a real Superbly acted, photographed, and scored, this brilliant film deserves all of the the so-called "hype" that it has received. Although many who have seen "Brokeback Mountain" have complained on about it on moral grounds, it presents a real vision of what mutual attraction between males meant in the early sixties prior to the beginning of the gay liberation movement in America. Ennis del Mar and Jack Twist are not gay-identified males in the modern sense of the phrase; they are two straight-identified males with a problem to hide. This is a break-through film, not because it shows gay sexual acts or two men kissing, because it treats the emotional damage wrought by a machista society that responds to same-sex love with derision and violence. It is sad to read negative comments by reviewers sitting astride their high moral horses criticizing the film for supposedly "glamorizing gay love between two queer cowboys." Too often those same moral values are discarded when it comes to films that glorify criminal activity or graphically depict the murder and/or multilation of humans. Then, it is called "realism" where the sadism, violence, and straight sex are part and parcel of selling that vision of reality to a public eager to consume it. "Brokeback Mountain" paints a slow, deliberate portrait of the effects of deliberately repressing the strongest of human desires: sex and love. The phrase "instant classic" in not hyperbole in the case of Ang Lee's stunning work of art.… Expand

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ChuckC.Jan 27, 2006

You must experience this movie for yourself. I had forgot how powerful the medium could be.

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RolandoC.Jan 28, 2006

What can be said about this film that hasn't been already been written by film critcs, filmgoers who have seen it multiple times or even etched onto awards such as the Golden Globes? From Ang Lee's fantastic direction to the What can be said about this film that hasn't been already been written by film critcs, filmgoers who have seen it multiple times or even etched onto awards such as the Golden Globes? From Ang Lee's fantastic direction to the breathtaking scenery to the haunting musical score and to the now-legendary perfomances by Heath Ledger, Jake Gyllenhaal, Michelle Williams and Anne Hathaway, this film is pure perfection.… Expand

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JordanB.Jan 28, 2006

A beautiful love story.

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BenB.Jan 28, 2006

Brokeback is one of the great films in recent memory. With understated brilliance, Ang Lee carefully follows the crossing paths of two men and their families through a story of love which is both conventional and groundbreaking. The Brokeback is one of the great films in recent memory. With understated brilliance, Ang Lee carefully follows the crossing paths of two men and their families through a story of love which is both conventional and groundbreaking. The repression of true feelings is not a new theme of a film, but this Anne Proulx story with two male protagonists as lovers is new ground for motion pictures. Not a political film, Brokeback Mountain combines all the best of writing, acting, directing and production and invites the viewer to join a beautiful if not painful journey through the lives of these characters. Special appreciation to Heath Ledger for his creation of an intriguing character from words on a page. We have not seen this level a character work in film for years. Lee's Eastern philosophical touch(scene earlier to great effect in Ice Storm and Crouching Tiger) is not only a reprieve from the expected Hollywood hammering of violence, Special Effects and stock characters but a perfect match for the understated characters of the McMurtry and Ossana screenplay. The reverence and awe with which Ang films the ever-fading "west" and his characters could not be accomplished by any Director of which I am aware. Most film makers today set out to create a great blockbuster which will surely "blow them away" at opening weekend box office. Brokeback Mountain is a simple story of finding, experiencing, and losing love told gently with great compassion. It is Masterpiece ranking with Hitchcock's Vertigo and Rebecca, Allen's Another Woman or Interiors, the Merchant/Ivory adaptations of the EM Forster works, or dare I add the similarities f Brokeback to the early works of Cimino(?)---all tackling the wide open range of passion in the human spirit. But this time, Brokeback Mountain attempts to lasso the human spirit with ranch-handing Shepherds who call themselves Cowboys.… Expand

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RonC.Jan 28, 2006

Truly the best film out there.

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MyraL.Jan 28, 2006

The last and best true story of love, hope and despair between two human beings ..... the likes most of us will never know and always hope to find !!! Bravo.

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DCJan 29, 2006

OK this is a universal story, and im sure many straight guys and girls have been totally shifted by this movie, but the real triumph here is for gay men. the strength of feeling this film stirred up in me was so surprisingly spot on as to howOK this is a universal story, and im sure many straight guys and girls have been totally shifted by this movie, but the real triumph here is for gay men. the strength of feeling this film stirred up in me was so surprisingly spot on as to how it feels trying to hide your sexuality day in day out and the tole that takes. isolation, paranoia, depression - its all here. i couldnt believe it, the last 20 minutes....wow. i was in a trance for about 5 hours. still am in a way, 3 days later. if you didnt like it, you didnt get it because this film has formed a life of its own for me and i know for so many other guys out there. ang, heath, jake, annie - a big big thank you.… Expand

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paulFeb 15, 2006

This film still haunts me after seeing it for the second time. Beautiful and tragic, what an experience in film making and viewing. The best movie experience I have ever had.

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RonN.Feb 17, 2006

Too bad some critics are still homophobic! Great love story, direction and acting!

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MattB.Feb 24, 2006

"Brokeback Mountain" is one of those movies that stick in your mind and, no matter how much you want it to, it never leaves. Top-notch performances, stylish directing, and one of the most sincere and pure love stories of cinema make this "Brokeback Mountain" is one of those movies that stick in your mind and, no matter how much you want it to, it never leaves. Top-notch performances, stylish directing, and one of the most sincere and pure love stories of cinema make this beautiful movie the best one of 2005.… Expand

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HeroGreenFeb 24, 2006

BROKEBACK MOUNTAIN AN IMPOSIBLE LOVE
Before I saw the movie, I thought that homosexual people were weird and disgusting. When I heard about this movie and all the awards, I went to see it with my mom (AND I THOUGHT IT WOULD BE bad). ThisBROKEBACK MOUNTAIN AN IMPOSIBLE LOVE
Before I saw the movie, I thought that homosexual people were weird and disgusting. When I heard about this movie and all the awards, I went to see it with my mom (AND I THOUGHT IT WOULD BE bad). This movie that only costed 11 million $ comparing to King Kong with 209 millon $ was great. From the cinematography...to the way they treat the story. Ang Lee is a Great Director (Crouching Tigger, Hidden Dragon), and after making a bad movie (Hulk), he continued the good road. Gylleenhaal used to be a bad actor (The day After Tomorrow) But in THIS movie...
The Simple and short story was simply wonderful and the rest of the cast LEDGER, WILLIAMS & HATHAWAY (used to be a bad actress to ''Princess Diaries 1&2). Even thow i havent seen Crash, Capote, Good Night and good luck or Munich yet, I hope this little BUT GREAT independent picture will win the top price, best director, best screenplay, actor (lead & Sup), Actress (sup), music (even thow I loved THE CONSTANT GARDENER'S music & The PRIDE & PREJUDICE piano pieces) & Cinematography… Expand

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BillFeb 24, 2006

Slow-building (in a good way), deeply believable, with characters that end up feeling not like characters but real people you've come to know, even friends, which makes the ending all the more devastating. I've seen it three times Slow-building (in a good way), deeply believable, with characters that end up feeling not like characters but real people you've come to know, even friends, which makes the ending all the more devastating. I've seen it three times and gotten different things from it each time. I imagine as I see it again in years to come, it will continue to reveal itself, as the best art does.… Expand

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AlinaLMar 11, 2006

I think that it was a beautiful movie.Incredibly well written although its not everyone's cup of tea. i -loved it anyhow.its a movie about the message of love ,no matter who it is between and is a mirror of the society of that existed inI think that it was a beautiful movie.Incredibly well written although its not everyone's cup of tea. i -loved it anyhow.its a movie about the message of love ,no matter who it is between and is a mirror of the society of that existed in the 60's as opposed to how free it is now. deals with an extremely important issue. A must-see!!!… Expand

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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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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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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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texMar 28, 2006

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

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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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MartinS.May 11, 2006

Great love story shot in a spectacular setting.

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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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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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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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MaryB.Dec 1, 2007

One of the most moving and poignant movies I've ever seen. It's more about love than sexuality ... I avoided watching it for a long time, then started to watch it every time it's on a movie channel. Heart wrenching.

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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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CherylTJun 11, 2007

A definite 10 from me! I only watched this film for the first time a couple of hours ago, and it was one of the most, if not the most, deeply moving and touching films I've ever seen. It reduced me to tears at the end! I was A definite 10 from me! I only watched this film for the first time a couple of hours ago, and it was one of the most, if not the most, deeply moving and touching films I've ever seen. It reduced me to tears at the end! I was anticipating that the whole film would be a build up to a happy moment at the end when Jack and Ennis could finally be together, but it's better the way it ended. It was a real eye opener. One of those films that make you look at life, the opportunities you have for happiness, and whether you take them. Yes, a very beautiful film. With a beautiful soundtrack too. Some of the shots portraying the intimacy between them are just so touching, what great performances by Heath and Jake! Absolutely lovely. This film has left a real imprint on me, very poignant.… Expand

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TonyBSep 21, 2007

Just got the HD DVD. One of the best films ever produced. Can see that it scares the daylights out of a few here and that is great.

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PETORIAFORDOct 29, 2008

THIS MOVIE SHOULD HAVE ONE OF THE BEST MOVIE EVER MADE AND IT SHOULD HAD MADE A DIFFERENCE IN THIS WORLD....ONE DAY IT WILL LET THIS WORLD KNO ALL THIS HAS ALWAYS BEEN IN LIFE LIKE THE SAME AS HETEOSEXUAL PEOPLE RUNNING AROUND HERE CHEATINGTHIS MOVIE SHOULD HAVE ONE OF THE BEST MOVIE EVER MADE AND IT SHOULD HAD MADE A DIFFERENCE IN THIS WORLD....ONE DAY IT WILL LET THIS WORLD KNO ALL THIS HAS ALWAYS BEEN IN LIFE LIKE THE SAME AS HETEOSEXUAL PEOPLE RUNNING AROUND HERE CHEATING WIT ONE ANOTHER..... FUNNY HOW PEPOLPLE IN THIS WORLD LOVE TO WATCH EPISODES LIKE THAT AND WANT TO DISMISS SOMETHING THAT SHOULD ALSO BE APPROVAL TO THEM TOO IF THEY APPROVE OF THAT CONDUCT AS WELL......… Expand

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ArmandoRDec 11, 2005

Oscar written all over.

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MichaelW.Dec 12, 2005

This movie haunts me. Heath Ledger's performance is a revelation. Don't miss it.

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JustinT.Dec 13, 2005

Pitch perfect - a film of searing beauty and heartbreaking loss.

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VallejoE.Dec 14, 2005

Nobel and moving, haunting and tragic...I don't think I've ever seen a film that has affected me more. Truly brilliant. This is real art. Transcendent.

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ShaneK.Dec 15, 2005

An epic love story thoughtfully expressing the compassion, carrying and heart ache that makes human kind so special.

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DanielR.Dec 16, 2005

Subtle masterpiece!

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JasonC.Dec 17, 2005

It's been a week since I've seen the film and I still can't stop thinking about it. The movie really brought out feelings that I have not though about in many years. I recommend all to go see it. It left me breathless and lost It's been a week since I've seen the film and I still can't stop thinking about it. The movie really brought out feelings that I have not though about in many years. I recommend all to go see it. It left me breathless and lost for words.… Expand

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EduardoC.Dec 17, 2005

This was a nice beatuful movie I like it alat they shoud make more movies like this.

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CesarO.Dec 17, 2005

Excellent movie.

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AnonymousD.Dec 19, 2005

An absolute masterpiece....

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SergioDec 19, 2005

One of the most touching film of two human beings who find each other and fall in love, deeply and passionately. The fact that they are the same sex makes it more touching and exhilaratingly beautiful because it shows that love knows no hate One of the most touching film of two human beings who find each other and fall in love, deeply and passionately. The fact that they are the same sex makes it more touching and exhilaratingly beautiful because it shows that love knows no hate nor does it discriminate. It has left me numb, and aching to unite these two lovers again, if only to stop the sadness that comes over me every time I think of this film.… Expand

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M.F.Dec 19, 2005

Best movie I have seen in the last 6 years.

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SandyD.Dec 19, 2005

I saw this movie on Friday, and haven't been able to forget it. I didn't cry during the movie, but ended up crying everytime I thought about it. JakeG did a great job, but HeathL was amazing. I read the short story, and didn't I saw this movie on Friday, and haven't been able to forget it. I didn't cry during the movie, but ended up crying everytime I thought about it. JakeG did a great job, but HeathL was amazing. I read the short story, and didn't think a movie could do it justice, but they really stayed true to the theme and tone. The ending is heartbreaking. Please see this movie!!!… Expand

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PaulL.Dec 19, 2005

I have to say this is one of the most emotional, devastating films i have ever seen. Visually stunning and brilliantly acted by all, "Brokeback Mountain" will stay with your forever. As I sit here typing this, my eyes are welling up with tears.

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JamesT.Dec 21, 2005

A love story with a palpable connection between 2 men...It's about time! Now, how about a love story between 2 men played with gay actors? We have seen gay actors play straight love scenes for so long, it would be a nice change...

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ScottB.Dec 22, 2005

A remarkable story beautifully told. "Jack, I swear."

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SteveoL.Dec 24, 2005

Beautiful scenery and superb acting by Heath Ledger. A truly haunting movie. I'll never forget this movie.

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AlexB.Dec 25, 2005

I was incredibly affected by Ang Lee's cinematic triumph, I don't think any film has ever moved me more, emotionally or personally. I feel that all of the actors bared their soles for these parts, and this is why the film achieves I was incredibly affected by Ang Lee's cinematic triumph, I don't think any film has ever moved me more, emotionally or personally. I feel that all of the actors bared their soles for these parts, and this is why the film achieves such a level of intensity and authenticity. Heath gives the performance of a lifetime, full stop. This is complemented by the sensitivity and relentless optimism of Jake's Jack Twist. It is the intensity of his eyes that speaks all, how this character is a dreamer, a believer in love and seeking a meaningful life and the good in the world. Though this is saddest of human stories, Jack and Ennis show that one has to follow one… Expand

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TJDDec 27, 2005

I expected more intensity in the film; it seemed slow at times. Then the film builds, stabs you in chest and makes you leave the theater thinking more about it then you've probably thought about anyother film in years.

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JeffG.Dec 29, 2005

Simply a perfect film. Heath Ledger I smell Oscar!!!

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CurtJ.Dec 29, 2005

I have never been so moved or as deeply affected by any movie ever. Ledger and Gyllenhall are riveting in portraying a wrenching, inconceivable love.

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YushenC.Dec 31, 2005

One has never known this kind of story can be so touching to your heart. It stays deep there then comes to your mind over and over again. The director gave it a nice flow, which connects you to the characters.

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GlenSDec 31, 2005

Incredible! Jakes's performance is too often overlooked in most reviews -- hea AND Heath made this movie what it is -- one of the greatest movies of all time !!

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DW-CaliDec 27, 2007

Probably the most moving film that I have ever seen. As for the comments of any man rating this above a "1" needing to check himself in the mirror, I am happily married for 10 years and my wife and I have a number of gay friends. This film Probably the most moving film that I have ever seen. As for the comments of any man rating this above a "1" needing to check himself in the mirror, I am happily married for 10 years and my wife and I have a number of gay friends. This film only highlighted the reality of gay relationships, men or women, in any time period or location. Perhaps its those that have such an issue with this film's content check themselves in the mirror, for as a gay or straight theme, I believe it teaches a message of tolerance....something that is severely lacking today!… Expand

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markAug 19, 2010

Although i couldn't get any of my friends to watch this with me (i told them we can buy beer and Kleenex because it's a weepy) I really enjoyed it by myself. The Kleenex came in handy.

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Christopher_G2Aug 18, 2010

Brokeback Mountain is quite possible the best movies of the last decade. It's beautiful, original, with extraordinary performances, and a pace that feels just perfect. It's a heartbreaking love story that moved me very much.

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JamieGDec 1, 2010

I loved this movie, it makes me cry every time I watch it. I have seen it about 5 times now. Last weekend I ditched the guys and ruined our planned beer run just to watch this film again. Some say it's just a film but for me it's been aI loved this movie, it makes me cry every time I watch it. I have seen it about 5 times now. Last weekend I ditched the guys and ruined our planned beer run just to watch this film again. Some say it's just a film but for me it's been a real life changer and caused a lot of self reflection......I really think it's time I started being honest with myself. Again, great film, one of the best!… Expand

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TBDOPEY22Feb 22, 2011

It's a great movie with great actioning. I'm not for the guy's love story line,that was just weird,but if you looking at the base storyline and the acting that came out of this movie. It was a great movie to reflex a different way of life andIt's a great movie with great actioning. I'm not for the guy's love story line,that was just weird,but if you looking at the base storyline and the acting that came out of this movie. It was a great movie to reflex a different way of life and there struggles. I wouldn't pay for this movie in the theater,because of the storyline. I waiting to it came on the movie channels before I watched it.… Expand

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HeathLed3Jun 10, 2011

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Brokeback Mountain is not only one of the best movies of the decade but also one of the greatest movies of all time! A stunning MASTERPIECE! You can't deny it! It's a great love story (almost platonic!) between two young men! Heath Ledger and Jake Gyllenhaal give two fantastic performances, making the movie realistic and heart-wrenching. Everyting in this movie is BEAUTIFUL, there are no words to describe It. I remember when I watched it for the first time, it was automatically my favourite movie ever, simply because you have to feel involved in the story. Though the movie describes an homossexual relationship, that's not the point. This movie is about LOVE, that's it! It's a story about TWO PERSONS THAT FELL IN LOVE FOREVER! In the final, if you thought the film would be a clichÃ©, you were wrong. GOD, in the final, Heath gives one of the most devastating scenes in the cinema, you can't help crying everytime you see it. Ang Lee knows how to put emotion into a movie. Gyllenhaal was amazing! LEDGER proved he was the BEST ACTOR OF HIS GENERATION!
Forever my favourite movie, a TRULY MASTERPIECE! 10.0!… Expand

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ja52ng74Jun 28, 2012

Ang Lee is able to articulate the deep true feeling of 'Love' through the portrayal of two people who, no matter what the risks and dangers they could face in their society, cannot stand it when they are apart. The movie redefines the essenceAng Lee is able to articulate the deep true feeling of 'Love' through the portrayal of two people who, no matter what the risks and dangers they could face in their society, cannot stand it when they are apart. The movie redefines the essence of love and the strength of its power, and also deals with the issue of the conformity of society's views are nearly as strong and dangerous if corrupt. Brokeback Mountain is in a way like R&J, both involve a couple that only see each other in secret because of the immoral views of their peers prevent them from being together.… Expand

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MichaelDNNov 3, 2012

I don't give many tens, but this deserves it. Aside from being beautifully directed, with great technical aspects, as well as great acting, this is one of the most beautiful scripts of the 21st century so far. It didn't surprise me when II don't give many tens, but this deserves it. Aside from being beautifully directed, with great technical aspects, as well as great acting, this is one of the most beautiful scripts of the 21st century so far. It didn't surprise me when I found out Annie Proulx was a finalist for a Pulitzer for the short story, which is translated very well by the two screen writers. The movie starts out very innocent and sweet, and then it starts to turn into a gradual downward spiral of devastation until you're just left emotional knocked out by the end of the movie. The themes of society's influence on human behavior, the desire for happiness, and demise caused by obsession, are all subtly, yet powerfully, conveyed in this movie. Calling this a gay love story is like calling Lord Of The Rings a movie about hiking. This is one of the most torturous, psychological portrayals of two people's lives I've ever seen in a movie. It's so well calculated, without coming off the least bit unnatural. I've seen it several times, and I still pick up on things that I hadn't caught onto before. I heard it was a groundbreaking movie about a gay romance, and I didn't get how that was, since there had been many movies about gay romances before. I figured it was probably an overrated movie. When I saw it, I realized I couldn't have been more wrong. Your emotional connection will be irrelevant to your sexual orientation. What is really going to connect you to the movie are your ideas about the pressure to conform to society, compared to your desire to live a life of happiness. One man chooses conformity, and the other chooses happiness, and it doesn't necessarily end up how you might expect. I'm actually getting emotional writing this, thinking about the movie. I really hope everyone who watches it is able to pick up on the subtle themes, the hidden meanings behind specific lines, and the inner thoughts of particular characters who might not be ready to say those thoughts out loud, or even admit them to themselves. Those kind of things are extremely difficult to incorporate into a script without losing its realistic feel, but this movie does it. Of course, it might take a few views to pick up on everything. Whether you're judging this movie on its intelligent, calculated writing, its technical achievements, its performances, of which Heath Ledger's is one of the best of the 21st century, or its overall directing, or if you judge a movie on its emotional appeal, and its powerful, thought provoking themes, I can't see how you objectively give this movie anything less than a strong review.… Expand

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vini1904Mar 28, 2013

One of the greatest movies ever made, I simply love this movie and it's almost impossible not to cry with it, such a masterpiece, one of the greatest romance movie of ever

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beingryanjudeSep 1, 2014

Not only is Brokeback Mountain the best picture of the year, it is likely to go down in history as one of the greatest films of all-time. Brokeback Mountain is a magical love story which proves that love has no boundaries of gender andNot only is Brokeback Mountain the best picture of the year, it is likely to go down in history as one of the greatest films of all-time. Brokeback Mountain is a magical love story which proves that love has no boundaries of gender and feeling. Jake Gyllenhaal and Heath Ledger are exceptional.… Expand

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Trev29Jun 11, 2013

A rare picture in which I don't doubt for a second that it is a masterpiece. The movie has this unique quality in which everything feels so effortless. Ang Lee's direction for this film is among the best I have seen, and the performances areA rare picture in which I don't doubt for a second that it is a masterpiece. The movie has this unique quality in which everything feels so effortless. Ang Lee's direction for this film is among the best I have seen, and the performances are exceptional.… Expand

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0987Sep 25, 2021

As someone who is bisexual himself, this movie made me cry so much, especially the scenes where Jack and Ennis hug or fight. I truly believe that in the end Jack was brutally killed the way how Ennis imagined, not that he died the way howAs someone who is bisexual himself, this movie made me cry so much, especially the scenes where Jack and Ennis hug or fight. I truly believe that in the end Jack was brutally killed the way how Ennis imagined, not that he died the way how Laureen explained because it's a completely stupid explanation. But after watching this movie, I was thinking of it for a week. The topic in it is a truly big deal, because it shows that this thing doesn't hurt only the main characters, but their wives as well. One of the rare movies along with "Good Will Hunting" to really make me cry so hard.… Expand

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loveinnoutNov 16, 2012

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A very, very beautiful movie! I was on the waves of the feeling, living the moments, truly. So nice chosen, cast&crew&music&places&storyy. I was so long seeking for this kinda...oww Cristal!Finally a masterpiece illustrating natural love, unfair of living not-being-yourself after repressing the love truly alive in your heart. The story, the actors, youu.. sweet Ang Lee, I soo thank you! for these 'golden frames'!.. Heath Ledger.. wow. Astonishing.. Jake Gyllenhaal..gorgeous! And all the other ppl involved! Their work fascinates me. I'd rlly go on for some extraass..! All in this moved me to tears..With some risks.. they could have been happy on their own. even letting their families broken..(moved me too, Michelle Williams is amazing!)
Only they.. and the Brokeback Mountains - the sacred place that brought them together- But..it' was a sacrifice the world would've never understand.. the world'd never let it be so.. This feeling will follow me for some time, I'd recommand with much warm this ever-best-ever drama movie I'vevr seen/lived.. Breeze. Love. Brockback Mountainn... for the natural/wild, simply/complex.. true lovers in you!… Expand

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sanyrubJan 17, 2013

Brokeback Mountain is one of the biggest classics of the 00´s decade. And Lee is a great director not afraid of doing such different films, and with this one, he is at his best. The pace is perfect to make you feel the loneliness peopleBrokeback Mountain is one of the biggest classics of the 00´s decade. And Lee is a great director not afraid of doing such different films, and with this one, he is at his best. The pace is perfect to make you feel the loneliness people in the Mid West around the 60´s-70´s used to feel, and especially the characters here presented. Once the film ends, you can´t get out of your head this impactful movie. Cinematography is crazy good. And the acting... so real, perfect and raw. Jake Gyllenhaal does a great job, Anne Hathaway is great in her little role, Michelle Williams is all kinds of outstanding... but Heath Ledger... a performance that defines a career. I would have given the oscar to him that year. Incredible what he did with his character. I give the movie a 10 because there´s no flaw one can find. Crash winning over Brokeback and Munich was the biggest joke in the Academy´s history. At least it got 3 including best director.… Expand

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busbfranJun 28, 2014

One of the best romance movies to date and undoubtedly a classic! Amazing acting, great premise. Some of the best directing period! Brokeback Mountain is a MUST watch! Would considered as one of my favorite movies! Highly recommended!

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gracjanskiDec 29, 2020

Strong movie with deep characters, perfect acting by Ledger and Gyllenhaal and detailed story, that shows you many consequences of the life of the 2 protagonists.

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