Brokeback Mountain

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richardbuddenhagenJan 2, 2006

First, let me say that I really hate it when the hero gets killed by a deus ex machina.
In many ways like Million Dollar Baby, another Hollywood tear-jerker where way too attractive actors & actresses pose as real people in a naturalisticFirst, let me say that I really hate it when the hero gets killed by a deus ex machina.
In many ways like Million Dollar Baby, another Hollywood tear-jerker where way too attractive actors & actresses pose as real people in a naturalistic world full of artifice. I did feel a smidge sad when Heath found his shirt (though I saw it coming when the shirt went missing in reel 2), but mostly I felt that these two dudes were too mopey and existential to be real gay cowboys. I mean, unless I missed something, they're not supposed to be French, are they? They behaved like starry-eyed teenagers past the point (and age) of believability; as much as I could buy the first half hour of meet-cute and the last five minutes of human loss, the big fat middle was a dull TV message-movie. Did Matthew Shepherd really die for this? And brand me a stereo-typer, but (in my limited experience) of most of the gay couples I've met, at least one of the partners displays way more of a fey affect then either of these two stoic shepherds ever showed.… Expand

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EnnioP.Jan 2, 2006

Not as great as i thought or as its hyped to be. It was a nice story, but one that i've seen many times except this time it was two men as opposed to what i usually see with a man and a woman. Nice typical love story but with two Not as great as i thought or as its hyped to be. It was a nice story, but one that i've seen many times except this time it was two men as opposed to what i usually see with a man and a woman. Nice typical love story but with two men....maybe critics loved this because it was different. Who knows??? Overhyped, but an ok film.… Expand

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LuisG.Jan 1, 2006

At a time when america is more divided than ever...voting against gay mariage, blocking borders.. while the president proclaims victory to a war that claims casulties both internally and externally...here comes Brokeback Mountain not a filmAt a time when america is more divided than ever...voting against gay mariage, blocking borders.. while the president proclaims victory to a war that claims casulties both internally and externally...here comes Brokeback Mountain not a film about GAY relationships but a film of relationships in general written and acted to perfection we see what hate,love, lies, oppression and what we dont know does to us all....a poignat story with such a heart it would be impossible not to feel affected unless you lack exactly that a heart...jake and heath are exellent and so are their supporting characters played by williams and hathaway two unflinching exact performances...… Expand

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SusanS.Jan 1, 2006

Lives up to the hype and more. Both Ledger and Gyllenhaal give brilliant performances, plus a lot of really interesting side characters (Anna Faris is an great short surprise). A quiet and subtle movie, but not without much life and spark. Lives up to the hype and more. Both Ledger and Gyllenhaal give brilliant performances, plus a lot of really interesting side characters (Anna Faris is an great short surprise). A quiet and subtle movie, but not without much life and spark. This movie will haunt you long after you leave the theater.… Expand

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RobertK.Jan 1, 2006

I saw it two times and was moved even more upon the second viewing.

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LeeC.Jan 1, 2006

Absolutely the best film I've seen in the last ten years. The most astonishing depiction of male love ever committed to the screen in a mainstream film, and supported by impeccable acting across the entire cast. This is an experience of Absolutely the best film I've seen in the last ten years. The most astonishing depiction of male love ever committed to the screen in a mainstream film, and supported by impeccable acting across the entire cast. This is an experience of true cinematic art, something that is often attempted and almost never acheived. See it on the widest screen you can find, in a theatre, and be prepared to be blown away.… Expand

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DavidW.Jan 1, 2006

Not a love story as advertised, drags a bit, relationship of gay men is sterotypical and no new insigts are available.

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BarbaraG.Jan 1, 2006

Not what you'd expect from reading the reviews. Great cinematography, relationship based on sex, not necessarily love. Engaging film nonetheless.

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TobyB.Jan 1, 2006

Boring and overlong; does not engage the emotions. If it wasn't about gay men the critics would have slammed it.

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JulioPedroF.Jan 1, 2006

Why is this film garnering so many 10s from us individual critics? The only thing worthwhile about this film is the theme, and that is never enough to create a good story. For my part, I live in the desert, and am no stranger to its Why is this film garnering so many 10s from us individual critics? The only thing worthwhile about this film is the theme, and that is never enough to create a good story. For my part, I live in the desert, and am no stranger to its seduction. When I wake up in the morning, I see scenery just as beautiful if not more so than in the film, and this landscape is populated by plenty of people whose lives will never be celebrated in particular or archetype. The form of the story is excellent, but the story itself is painfully old fashioned and the obsessive focus on the lovers was truly tiring. Why was further attention not paid to the wives? The children? The community? The supposed murderers? Surely their characters are just as interesting as the two dimensional (though beautiful) Ennis and Jack. Just because it's about gay cowboys doesn't make it worth the filmstock it was printed on. It may have been remarkable, but it is not truly great.… Expand

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GavinK.Jan 1, 2006

Is by far the best film ive ever seen. should be seen by everyone.

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RobertM.Jan 1, 2006

I was totally moved by this movie - it slowly builds, and Wham! - all of the "could have", "should have", "what if's" of your life surface. I must see this movie again.

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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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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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EllenDec 30, 2005

Why is Hollywood promoting life-threatening sexual behavior in a movie on the one hand and full of male actors who continue to be insulted by being called even remotely feminine, much less gay. This is NOT about love, because if you love Why is Hollywood promoting life-threatening sexual behavior in a movie on the one hand and full of male actors who continue to be insulted by being called even remotely feminine, much less gay. This is NOT about love, because if you love someone, you do not ask them to engage in harmful behavior!… Expand

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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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EvaS.Dec 30, 2005

Brokeback Mountain was beautifully shot, but the story line was less than engaging. Heath Ledger's character Ennis is not a lovable character and the audience is left wondering why we should even care about the frustrating, dead end Brokeback Mountain was beautifully shot, but the story line was less than engaging. Heath Ledger's character Ennis is not a lovable character and the audience is left wondering why we should even care about the frustrating, dead end route his life has taken. Jake Gyllenhal's character Jack is far more appealing and his portrayal of desperate circumstances is believable and evokes considerable sympathy from the audience. Unfortunately, the love triangles that result from the gay lovers marriages to women are not at all exploited to add conflict and interest to the story.… Expand

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LeahE.Dec 30, 2005

This is by far the best film I've seen in the past five years. Don't be swayed by negative comments, this film is a total "experience", to be had by each individual, in his own way, with his own sensibility.

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MathewP.Dec 30, 2005

Superlative in every way--writing, acting, directing, set design...if you love movies, you must see this one.

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MarkC.Dec 30, 2005

One of the best films of the year. No. Of the past five years. No. Of the past twenty years!!!!

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JerryClarkDec 30, 2005

This truly memorable work of art accomplishes nothing less than what Aristotle claimed for genuine tragedy - the evocation of deep fear and pity followed by catharsis. What a remarkable gift!

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JosephDec 29, 2005

Heart still hurts thinking of it. Brilliant!

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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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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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JimG.Dec 29, 2005

This movie was definitely worth seeing, but the story isn

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DanD.Dec 29, 2005

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

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JeffG.Dec 29, 2005

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

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FrankH.Dec 29, 2005

The best movie that I have seen in a long time. The mountain scenes are spectacularly beautiful, and the movie flawless. The story haunts you, for days after. I saw the movie on the day after Christmas, and I thought of the angels appearing The best movie that I have seen in a long time. The mountain scenes are spectacularly beautiful, and the movie flawless. The story haunts you, for days after. I saw the movie on the day after Christmas, and I thought of the angels appearing to shepherds tending their flocks... how the seemingly least among us can receive a heavenly gift in the most wondrous way. And, at the end, I couldn't help but think of the crucifixion of Matthew Shepard on a cold Wyoming night. This movie has affected me more, and on more levels, than any movie which I have seen in a long time: choices made, opportunities missed, love, denial, loss, emptiness, and longing. Congratulations to all involved!… Expand

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RhettW.Dec 28, 2005

Two heartbreaking highlights: scene with Anne Hathaway on the phone with Heath Ledger and Ledger eating apple pie as girlfriend played by Linda Cardellini tearfully wonders why she hasn't heard from him.

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BensonE.Dec 28, 2005

This was a most poignant love story. Given one can soar past the supposed reasons for being unsupportive of homosexuality, it touches our heart. Most humans want love and companionship in their lives and this movie demonstrates the love that This was a most poignant love story. Given one can soar past the supposed reasons for being unsupportive of homosexuality, it touches our heart. Most humans want love and companionship in their lives and this movie demonstrates the love that developed between two men. The sad ironyis that they, themselves, couldn't get past the self-imposed boundaries they learned from society.… Expand

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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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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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PeterS.Dec 28, 2005

A masterpeice - totally devastating. I have read some of the christian right wing blather about the two young guys being unfaithful to their wives. I guess we did not see the same film - because at the end of their first summer together they A masterpeice - totally devastating. I have read some of the christian right wing blather about the two young guys being unfaithful to their wives. I guess we did not see the same film - because at the end of their first summer together they were both single , but ledger's character Ennis was so conflicted he could not allow his real feelings to surface the way Gyllenhaall's character Jack was able to - that is why Ennis walked into in the alley way and crumbled / collapsed in a fit of rage and denial . All that pain and missed oportunity began there - that was the chance for the future wives to never have been brought into the picture and all thier pains and anguishes. Missed opportunity because of what a hateful society and hateful parents wrought on thier offspring they profess to love. With all the beauty and pain this film evokes, we will now take a gaint leap forward as a culture of people able to love more and tolerate hating less.… Expand

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JRDec 28, 2005

This is the best film I have seen in years. Performances, Cinematography, Screenplay, Directing; all are superior. If this film does not win major awards in the US, it is because of fear and predijuce. The same fear and predijuce that This is the best film I have seen in years. Performances, Cinematography, Screenplay, Directing; all are superior. If this film does not win major awards in the US, it is because of fear and predijuce. The same fear and predijuce that shadowed the lives of Ennis and Jack.… 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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AndyB.Dec 27, 2005

So this laconic movie ends, not quite meeting the hype of the critics, the media, outraged conservatives, or gays starving for realistic representation in well told story... and you think... jeez that was sad, but it's over. Not much So this laconic movie ends, not quite meeting the hype of the critics, the media, outraged conservatives, or gays starving for realistic representation in well told story... and you think... jeez that was sad, but it's over. Not much action, but the acting was great. And then you wake up the next morning with the guitar of the soundtrack in your head as you shake off a night's sleep. And a pervasive sense of desolation pervades your day. And you keep seeing this shirt. And maybe, if it's been a rough day, you'll have a few moments where you need some alone time. This is a movie that burrows into the places where you keep your regrets, missed opportunities, losses... your woulda-coulda-shouldas and quietly expands the space to bursting. It stays with you and flavors your week. It breaks your heart. Ledger gives a performance I've rarely seen and didn't expect. The direction and cinematography are stunning. And the story, spare and minimalist, overwhelms, almost as much by what is left unsaid. Perfect movie? Nah. Iconic gay movie? Actually - not really - it's a western about bad choices, missed opportunities, heartache, mutually inflicted damage when no other course seems possible. But best of the year? Given the tripe coming out of Hollywood lately, I'd say it's the best of the last several.… Expand

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EricC.Dec 27, 2005

I was struck by the distance Brokeback Mountain maintains from the characters, and it almost fooled me into thinking I wasn't emotionally involved in the story. But when hopes and dreams and lives began to unravel, I felt it deeply, I was struck by the distance Brokeback Mountain maintains from the characters, and it almost fooled me into thinking I wasn't emotionally involved in the story. But when hopes and dreams and lives began to unravel, I felt it deeply, surprising myself in the process. The movie did feel slow at times and meditative at others, thankfully it was mostly the latter and quietly drew me in. When it ended, I sat in my seat for some time, just dwelling in the moving sadness of what I had just seen.… Expand

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MarkLDec 27, 2005

I echo the person stating that if I had written this right after I would have given it a moderate rating. This movie stays with you becuase its honest and true to the fact that society hates what it doesn't understand. I dare someone to I echo the person stating that if I had written this right after I would have given it a moderate rating. This movie stays with you becuase its honest and true to the fact that society hates what it doesn't understand. I dare someone to step outside their political and moral convictions for a moment and stare into Jack and Ennis' eyes and say their love is not real. This moment is all about nuance and the triumph of the human soul. Hurray that this movie exists in this country and today!… Expand

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BillJ>Dec 27, 2005

Both Heath Ledger and Jake G. were great but the real star was the story of love unattainable...heartbreaking.

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NickB.Dec 26, 2005

I felt the film was technically well done. I thought most of the performances were well done. I was mostly disappointed with Jake Gyllenhaal, but he still did well. Anna Faris has a great bit part as Jake and Anne Hathaway's friend. I I felt the film was technically well done. I thought most of the performances were well done. I was mostly disappointed with Jake Gyllenhaal, but he still did well. Anna Faris has a great bit part as Jake and Anne Hathaway's friend. I enjoyed Michelle Williams performance as well as Randy Quaid's. Yet, I feel that the film could have been less safe.… Expand

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ChesterD.Dec 26, 2005

The first hour of this film which takes place in Brokeback Mountain is beautiful to look at and emotionally devastaiting. However, as the movie follows the two protagonist as they age heartbreak makes way to follow the dots plotting and bad The first hour of this film which takes place in Brokeback Mountain is beautiful to look at and emotionally devastaiting. However, as the movie follows the two protagonist as they age heartbreak makes way to follow the dots plotting and bad aging makeup.… Expand

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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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DanS.Dec 24, 2005

Even a whole week after viewing this film, I find myself asking, "how can something so supposedly taboo and interesting as gay cowboy love be turned into the most boring, inexpressive film of the year?" Brokeback sports some fine Even a whole week after viewing this film, I find myself asking, "how can something so supposedly taboo and interesting as gay cowboy love be turned into the most boring, inexpressive film of the year?" Brokeback sports some fine performances, excellent cinematography, but it ultimately dies in the hands of its somber pace and lack of passion. It's impossible to force audiences to sympathize with characters in which we have nothing invested and about which we do not care.… Expand

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JOSUEA.Dec 24, 2005

I thought Brokeback was really good. I know of people who have had a similar experience of loving each other and not being able to love each other openly for whatever reason. Really good movie.

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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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JasonM.Dec 23, 2005

Undeniably moving and lingers with you.

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TunM.Dec 23, 2005

It is a great movie. everything is flawless.

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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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SAbBJDec 23, 2005

I had no desire to see this movie! I went with my girlfriend to get out of the "doghouse" and I did not want any of my friends to know. We had all be joking about the movie for weeks. After going, and just minutes into the movie, I I had no desire to see this movie! I went with my girlfriend to get out of the "doghouse" and I did not want any of my friends to know. We had all be joking about the movie for weeks. After going, and just minutes into the movie, I completely forgot it was a story about 2 guys. You get so caught up in the movie......and what is going on. When it was over, we were both so down. Actually down for a couple of days. This is the first movie that has ever had this kind of impact on me. She and I have had some of the best talks since this movie and it has brought us closer. You guys out there (including my friends) who think this is a joke of a movie......go see it with open eyes. And just because you find this movie is a 10, does not mean you are gay!… Expand

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MikeC.Dec 23, 2005

By far the best movie of the year.

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ScottB.Dec 22, 2005

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

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BudS.Dec 22, 2005

What a concept, bashing pictures without seeing them, and doing so with a political agenda! Anyway, occasionally, this picture is too restrained - a bit too slow and subdued - but regardless it's done tastefully and thoughtfully. The What a concept, bashing pictures without seeing them, and doing so with a political agenda! Anyway, occasionally, this picture is too restrained - a bit too slow and subdued - but regardless it's done tastefully and thoughtfully. The acting is pretty strong, easily the best performance in Ledger's career. It's definitely a character-driven piece, not story-driven, which is actually pretty refreshing given Hollywood's lack of three-dimensional characters these days. Worth seeing, unless you're close-minded, in which case bring those signs, furrow those brows, get that rabid look primed up and start the line right next to Rusty!… Expand

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PeterDec 22, 2005

Beautifully done and well acted movie, however painfully slow.

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mikej.Dec 22, 2005

Just a well made, simple love story between two men. Void of the streotypical characters portrayed in most films dealing with "a gay lifestyle". Their love connection comes across naturally in the wilderness. Complications and heartbreak Just a well made, simple love story between two men. Void of the streotypical characters portrayed in most films dealing with "a gay lifestyle". Their love connection comes across naturally in the wilderness. Complications and heartbreak only arise when society and the times keep these two apart from a possible chance of a life together. I give Ang Lee praise for not portraying true love as a sterotype, but just as human.… Expand

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RichN.Dec 21, 2005

While "Brokeback" is an absolutely devastating cinematic experience, it was nevertheless the cinematic experience of the year. It is on the order of "Ordinary People" on the depressing scale. It is masterfully paced, shot, and told along While "Brokeback" is an absolutely devastating cinematic experience, it was nevertheless the cinematic experience of the year. It is on the order of "Ordinary People" on the depressing scale. It is masterfully paced, shot, and told along with socking you in the gut. And even in spite of the movie's dour undertone, it is an exceptional love story that resembles "Titanic" without the overwrought pretentiousness and special effects. Give Gyllenhal the Oscar now for Supporting Actor, and don't forget at least nominating Williams and Ledger in Supporting Actress and Actor.… Expand

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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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BrianR.Dec 21, 2005

One of the most emotionally complex movies I have ever seen. The movie speaks to universal feelings of love, loss, and choices. I saw it 24 hours ago and I am still thinking about it nonstop.

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MSwittDec 21, 2005

Best movie I've seen in years.

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DanielC.Dec 20, 2005

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

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BobG.Dec 20, 2005

Although I think this movie starts out slow, it captures the loneliness of two men caught in a world that will not accept their love. It leaves you feeling strangely haunted and sad at the end.

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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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MartyM.Dec 20, 2005

Everyone should see this movie. Learn to feel free to show the one you love how important they are to you.

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LaurenVDec 20, 2005

It is about time that a movie like this was made. Shame on the few professional movie reviewers who could not come off their high horses to appreciate its power and beauty. A truly sublime film with great performances all around.

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GlennDec 20, 2005

Beautifully shot. Powerfully restrained. Every performance is stellar. Ang Lee is that rare director who trusts the audience and allows subtext to stand on its own without hitting you over the head. Very moving. That said, I did wish it had Beautifully shot. Powerfully restrained. Every performance is stellar. Ang Lee is that rare director who trusts the audience and allows subtext to stand on its own without hitting you over the head. Very moving. That said, I did wish it had lingered a few more beats at the saddest points to allow us to feel more along with the characters, but maybe that's why the characters continue to live in your imagination. The score is also beautiful, simple and never intrusive. (Only real complaint: the swiftly-implied sex between the leads was only depicted animalistically, never lovingly/tenderly. An inaccurate, unfortunate stereotype.) See this movie on the big screen!… Expand

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KalebJ.Dec 20, 2005

Absolutely stunning, I can't stop thinking about it and it's meaning days after seeing it. Live every day to it's fullest and love like you've never loved before!

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ScottWDec 20, 2005

I expected and got the timeless love story: amazingly universal, but tragic and powerful. What I didn't expect was the other tragedy that played out: the family devastation and ensuing pain. Watch for Hathaway's bitterness and I expected and got the timeless love story: amazingly universal, but tragic and powerful. What I didn't expect was the other tragedy that played out: the family devastation and ensuing pain. Watch for Hathaway's bitterness and Williams, crestfallen and lonely. I have NEVER seen any movie that has done all that so well.… Expand

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jtDec 20, 2005

I can't remember the last time a movie haunted me for days after viewing. Highly recommended to all those seeking a transcendental cinematic experience. (when's the last time those words were uttered about a Hollywood movie?)

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SnapdragonDec 20, 2005

An amazing film. I know I've seen a good movie when it doesn't end when I leave the theatre. Like other posters here, I can't stop thinking about all of the characters and the tough choices and situations they were faced with. An amazing film. I know I've seen a good movie when it doesn't end when I leave the theatre. Like other posters here, I can't stop thinking about all of the characters and the tough choices and situations they were faced with. Particularly touching to me was the portrayal of both men as good fathers (for the most part). The scenery was awesome, too!… Expand

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LewDec 20, 2005

Sick and twisted. If you are a heterosexual male, save your money for anything else.

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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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FernandoM.Dec 19, 2005

Deep view into human being at its best and worst. Lack of decision leads to tragic end, love however is the only thing that remains and prevails.

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ASanchezDec 19, 2005

Wow. What can I say.....like watching my life play out on screen. There is no choice in life to be gay or straight; the only choice is whether to act on it or not. As this film depicts, that choice is not a clear one, and a difficult one to Wow. What can I say.....like watching my life play out on screen. There is no choice in life to be gay or straight; the only choice is whether to act on it or not. As this film depicts, that choice is not a clear one, and a difficult one to live with. It's even sadder to think that our society still has not advanced much in acceptance of sexuallity from the 60's to this date.… Expand

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SethB.Dec 19, 2005

I am not gay, but not homophobic. I understand the human heart, so I loved this movie. I feel sorry for those who can't get over themselves enough to just enjoy a movie. Truly brilliant!

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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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M.F.Dec 19, 2005

Best movie I have seen in the last 6 years.

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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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BobB.Dec 19, 2005

I knew this movie was going to kick me in the guts and it did. I haven't been able to shake it for two days. Ang Lee, Jake and Heath nailed it with so much tenderness and intensity. I'm encouraging all my straight friends to please I knew this movie was going to kick me in the guts and it did. I haven't been able to shake it for two days. Ang Lee, Jake and Heath nailed it with so much tenderness and intensity. I'm encouraging all my straight friends to please go see it so they can relate more to what gay men go through trying to find happiness where it's often not welcome.… Expand

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AlexE.Dec 19, 2005

Without a doubt, one of the most moving films in the history of film making. I only wish that there were a few more tears shed by the main characters, especially by Jake G.

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AnonymousD.Dec 19, 2005

An absolute masterpiece....

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CurtisJ.Dec 19, 2005

Understated, subtle, emotionally devastating. A sad tragic love story that has the power to open minds (even though it is really agenda free) - if people will only see it!

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BobN.Dec 19, 2005

If only they'd play this in Texas, it could change the country.

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JohnN.Dec 19, 2005

It's about time someone made a movie about the REST of the gay world. There's a whole world outside of NY, LA and San Francisco. God bless Proulx, McMurtry, Lee, Ledger, Gyllenhall and all who made this movie happen.

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GregoryM.Dec 19, 2005

I saw this movie the day it opened in L. A. and I was left shattered, speechless, and emotionally drained. What a beautiful and profound vision of the complexities of the human heart from Ang Lee. It is a trancendent love story in the I saw this movie the day it opened in L. A. and I was left shattered, speechless, and emotionally drained. What a beautiful and profound vision of the complexities of the human heart from Ang Lee. It is a trancendent love story in the tradition of "Gone With The Wind," Wuthering Heights," and "Doctor Zhivago." I believe that like Scarlett and Rhett, Heathcliff and Cathy, and Yuri and Lara, that Ennis and Jack will join the pantheon of these literary and cinematic immortal lovers. Heath Ledger and Jake Gyllenhaal give career-defining performances that make the heart flutter and bleed. I predict an Oscar Sweep for this film: Picture, Director, Best Actor (Ledger), Best Supporting Actress (Williams/Hathaway), Best Supporting Actor (Gyllenhaal), Best Adapted Screenplay, Best Cinematography, and maybe Best Score, Best Song, Best Editing, and Best Costume Design as well. Run, don't walk, and go see this movie with a loved oned!… Expand

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ArmandoC.Dec 18, 2005

Ledger's performance stands right up there with the best of Brando, DeNiro, Penn or anyone else. Though Gyllenhaal can barely keep up, his work is not without its own charms and complexity. Only the most defended or closed-minded viewer Ledger's performance stands right up there with the best of Brando, DeNiro, Penn or anyone else. Though Gyllenhaal can barely keep up, his work is not without its own charms and complexity. Only the most defended or closed-minded viewer will leave the theatre without a broken, or at least dented, heart.… Expand

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RyanRDec 18, 2005

I have seen it twice already, and the fact that so much is conveyed on so many levels with minimal dialog says something right there. The emotional impact is felt long after the movie ends, especially when you realize that this is the way I have seen it twice already, and the fact that so much is conveyed on so many levels with minimal dialog says something right there. The emotional impact is felt long after the movie ends, especially when you realize that this is the way things were (and still are, for some) -- for people such as Ennis. Heath Ledger conveys more emotion without saying anything than I have seen anyone do in a long long time. The film is a fantastic piece of work.… Expand

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JeremyC.Dec 18, 2005

Beautiful, epic, stunning, heart-wrenching, honest. a defiant thumb in the eye of social conservatives. a landmark film that shatters stereotypes.

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JosephA.Dec 18, 2005

Can hardly breath for the melancholy I still feel after watching this fantastic film.

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CesarO.Dec 17, 2005

Excellent movie.

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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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JohnEE.Dec 17, 2005

Brilliant! Achingly Beautiful!

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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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KerryC.Dec 17, 2005

One of the best films I have seen all year. it was an emotional journey. It was a forbiddon love story and the movie was all about what was not said. Heath Ledger was incredible, well worth the money to go see it.

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GambitXDec 17, 2005

There are few movies that touch you the way Brokeback Mountain touches you. Hopefully it will show straight folks that being a homosexual is much much more than just sex... it's about love, and this movie shows more love in this There are few movies that touch you the way Brokeback Mountain touches you. Hopefully it will show straight folks that being a homosexual is much much more than just sex... it's about love, and this movie shows more love in this relationship than I have seen in any other film. and I wasn't a fan of Heath Ledger before... but after this, the man deserves an ovation.… Expand

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RyanDec 17, 2005

One of the most beautiful movies I've ever seen. The script, the cinematography, the directing, the acting. It deserves all the buzz and awards its getting. And as a straight man, I didn't see what all the fuss was about regarding One of the most beautiful movies I've ever seen. The script, the cinematography, the directing, the acting. It deserves all the buzz and awards its getting. And as a straight man, I didn't see what all the fuss was about regarding the man on man scenes.… Expand

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NikR.Dec 16, 2005

Seems that every's agenda is getting 0's and 10's. The rest of us will just enjoy a good movie. It was subtle in places where it could have made a play for our emotions. It didn't dwell on the sex - in fact it would have Seems that every's agenda is getting 0's and 10's. The rest of us will just enjoy a good movie. It was subtle in places where it could have made a play for our emotions. It didn't dwell on the sex - in fact it would have been just fine without it - just focusing on the intense feelings that these two men develop for each other. Only in the movies does EVERYBODY have immediate sex, followed by a relationship. What it made me realize is that by the 60's we'd lost the capacity for intimate friendships (probably a couple hundred years ago). Would that the agendas could be forgotten, and this movie appreciated for the excellent story that it tells.… Expand

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JohnDec 16, 2005

Great film. Very universal in its theme and true in its heart. Kudos to the director and screenwriter for keeping the focus on the relationships. It is truly a movie that everyone can relate to. It is about what might have been or what could Great film. Very universal in its theme and true in its heart. Kudos to the director and screenwriter for keeping the focus on the relationships. It is truly a movie that everyone can relate to. It is about what might have been or what could have been... if only... I think if you ask any adult if they have had a passion that they let slip away, you'd find that it's a common thread that many of us live with every day, gay or straight, black or white, male or female. I hope that this film brings people together in a deeper understanding and love of all humanity. God bless:-)… Expand

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DanielR.Dec 16, 2005

Subtle masterpiece!

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EdisonR.Dec 16, 2005

I think it´s the best film of the year. Thank you Ang Lee.

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PatriceL.Dec 16, 2005

What a desecration to Proulx's story! Ang Lee once again shows his tedium-masquerading-as-High Art with this farce. I couldn't stop laughing at the sheer absurdity of the scenes -- Gyllenhaal batting his pretty lashes at the strong What a desecration to Proulx's story! Ang Lee once again shows his tedium-masquerading-as-High Art with this farce. I couldn't stop laughing at the sheer absurdity of the scenes -- Gyllenhaal batting his pretty lashes at the strong silent Ledger. Waiting for him in the tent with nothing on but a smile. And of course one musn't forget the saccharine orchestral accompaniment. Come on. Proulx's story is about love not cheese. The only thing that saves this movie from pure kitsch is the performance of Michelle Williams and Anne Hathaway's last scene. They rock.… Expand

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MargaretW.Dec 15, 2005

I'm not sure I'll be able to get over this film. It has haunted me for days. I wish it could have ended differently, though of course I know why it couldn't. This is a tragic love story in the tradition of Romeo and Juliet. I'm not sure I'll be able to get over this film. It has haunted me for days. I wish it could have ended differently, though of course I know why it couldn't. This is a tragic love story in the tradition of Romeo and Juliet. Gyllenhall and Ledger give the best performances I've seen coming out of Hollywood in a long long time (as do the women - go girls!) I am so excited that this movie is getting the critical attention it deserves. Now if only the skeptics will give it chance. Please do. It will change you. And I don't say that as someone trying to push a "homosexual agenda" (whatever that is?). I'm straight and happily married. But my sexuality doesn't stand in the way of my ability to recognize True Love when I see it. Thank you so much to everyone involved with this film. For your courage and your faith in a story that tells a tale that can't - that *refuses* - to be pigeonholed.… Expand

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