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KAApr 3, 2006

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

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RobLJun 4, 2006

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

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MGDec 12, 2005

While the movie was beautiful and emotionally unerving I fgured out how they took a short story and made it into a full 3 hour film. The fist 20 minutes were so lsow i was about to leave but the movie did pick up the pace and moved me deeply.

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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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DarrenB.Jan 15, 2006

Groundbreaking in its content, "Brokeback Mountain" takes another step in acceptance, without handing out pamphlets. Strong, if not brilliant performances all around. Heath Ledger - need I say more?

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MaxR.Jan 15, 2006

Very difficult to do this kind of picture but this film was brilliantly directed. This is not a movie about "gay cowboys" that would be too simple. It is a movie about the human spirit and compassion and love between two "individuals" no Very difficult to do this kind of picture but this film was brilliantly directed. This is not a movie about "gay cowboys" that would be too simple. It is a movie about the human spirit and compassion and love between two "individuals" no matter who they might be and where they might be.… Expand

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RodneyW.Feb 26, 2006

Intense, watchable, and increasingly likable, despite a key flaw: no chemistry between Heath Ledger and Jake Gyllenhaal. What you respond to is the fact that these romantic leads had the guts to do the movie, but there's no real spark. Intense, watchable, and increasingly likable, despite a key flaw: no chemistry between Heath Ledger and Jake Gyllenhaal. What you respond to is the fact that these romantic leads had the guts to do the movie, but there's no real spark. Between the two, Gyllenhaal aquits himself better. I never really bought Ledger's Gary Cooper act, or the fact that he never aged. He didn't look much older than his supposed 19-year-old daughter. Within these limits, still a compelling story.… Expand

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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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ERG1008Sep 3, 2010

Great performances all round in this heart breaking love story.
Beautifully shot & gently paced with some great incidental music which adds to the whole setting.

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homandavoodiJul 2, 2011

it's a requiem about old friendships and gone loves. the movie without its Controversial subject is a rare and beautiful romance, too. ang lee is a expert to show exciting moment of love and hate.

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jimmytancrediMay 29, 2011

If youâ

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J-ShapAug 28, 2011

Don't believe those who say that Brokeback Mountain redefines anything. What this is is an incredibly well-made Titanic story with a interesting look into a self-loathing mind set. However, you shouldn't even listen to those who try toDon't believe those who say that Brokeback Mountain redefines anything. What this is is an incredibly well-made Titanic story with a interesting look into a self-loathing mind set. However, you shouldn't even listen to those who try to dismiss its premise of "gay love story" as a gimmick. Not because it rises above that, but because assuming that audiences would respond differently if it were about a man and a woman is an unfair comparison because the entire story revolves around the idea that it is a GAY romance. It's the equivalent of saying "Would you still like Guess Who's Coming to Dinner if everyone was white?"… Expand

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chwJul 19, 2014

Goddamn...I made a mistake watching this...Brokeback Mountain is a good movie, and it was very well acted...but it's about two gay cowboys and their relationship for a few years, and I hope you know where I'm going with this...

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Meth-dudeJun 26, 2016

Brokeback Mountain is a touching love story between two cowboys.The acting was good, the premise interesting and even with it's long running time, it manages to never be boring.It definitely is a classic.

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RanSBuzzSep 13, 2014

The lack of romance between the two men was a bit of a problem to me, and i would also replace some of the actors. But beyond that, the film "Brokeback Mountain" is true and breathtaking.

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amheretojudgeJan 16, 2018

i wish i knew how to quit you..

Brokeback Mountain

It works on a mild score like a musical theatre filled with drama, cheat and decisive that sets up these two flawed yet loved lead characters projected by the master Ang Lee.

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geewahJan 12, 2021

A movie that tells of the love, loss & tragedies between two cowboys in a beautiful, thought provoking way.

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liamexeAug 6, 2022

Rarely is a love story presented with such tenderness, warts and all. It simply lays out the plot and allows the characters to grow without rushing. The movie contains several incredibly moving moments, particularly those involving Ennis'sRarely is a love story presented with such tenderness, warts and all. It simply lays out the plot and allows the characters to grow without rushing. The movie contains several incredibly moving moments, particularly those involving Ennis's relationship with his wife and daughters. I keep thinking about certain parts of that relationship over and over. It's beautifully balanced, and the conclusion is executed flawlessly. Heath Ledger is as intelligent as many claim.… Expand

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DavidFeb 1, 2006

Looked great, great script, excellent sound track, but I just did not believe that Heath Ledger was into it. I didn't believe the love story/20 year grand passion worked - so it didn't really work for me.

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MartaF.Jan 23, 2006

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SubanD.Jan 5, 2006

This is not a bad movie. It is, however, a very over-rated film. It is praised for its subject matter not its quality. The film is restrained to the point where it's difficult to connect with the characters. I saw it two times to make This is not a bad movie. It is, however, a very over-rated film. It is praised for its subject matter not its quality. The film is restrained to the point where it's difficult to connect with the characters. I saw it two times to make sure I felt the same way about the film. I was left emotionally empty both times...trust me, I love films so its not me! The film is simply not moving enough even though the performance, visuals, etc were wonderful.… Expand

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AriN.May 3, 2006

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

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SeanJan 14, 2006

While the movie is a pretty good visual, and while the acting is fairly top-notch, the movie fails to really move the viewer and thus seems a little ridiculous. Problems I had were the forced parallelism between the two leads, the obvious While the movie is a pretty good visual, and while the acting is fairly top-notch, the movie fails to really move the viewer and thus seems a little ridiculous. Problems I had were the forced parallelism between the two leads, the obvious problem found in shooting the film over a span of something like 20 years (little to no ageing of found in the lead characters), and the poor musical score (country tinged, slow acoustic, used way too much.) At some points, the movie is fantastic (the scenes from the original Brokeback winter, and the final ten minutes or so) but, the movie never convinces the viewer of its greatness. I wouldn't say it was pacing, nor the subject matter, but somewhere, the movie went wrong.… Expand

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DeeD.Jan 30, 2006

Impressive performances by both Heath and Jake, and the story itself is touching. However, there's a lack of cohesiveness to the film that confuses. Mostly, I just wonder what all the ballyhoo is about!

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MiKEApr 7, 2006

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

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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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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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MattJan 16, 2006

This movie was kind of hyped. The scenery was awesome. The acting was excellent, but it left me desiring something. I felt no actual love between Jack and Ennis, but to say this movie was horrible because of it's content? Why in the This movie was kind of hyped. The scenery was awesome. The acting was excellent, but it left me desiring something. I felt no actual love between Jack and Ennis, but to say this movie was horrible because of it's content? Why in the world would you go to a movie like this if you knew you weren't going to like it because of its content?! Do you secretly harbor these emotions as well or are you just brain-dead? This movie is worth seeing, but it didn't send my emotions over the edge like I expected it to.… Expand

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NancyF.Jan 28, 2006

This film was slow to start but got much better..i thought it was great acting and lush scenery. rather over hyped maybe?..

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VahidM.Feb 16, 2006

something new for me, but, love is universal.

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WillH.Jun 27, 2008

This is an excellent film about two of the most deplorable lives that could possibly be lived. As a film they did an excellent job, the scenery, the score, how the story was executed is all great. I think most of the 0's or 1's are This is an excellent film about two of the most deplorable lives that could possibly be lived. As a film they did an excellent job, the scenery, the score, how the story was executed is all great. I think most of the 0's or 1's are from people trying to let the world know that they also believe the lives of the two main actors are deplorable. And their reaction to the truth that this film got hyped up for the simple fact that it was about 2 gay men. Was it a great film? Yes. Was it hyped up more than it should've? Definitely. As long as the world realizes that there is nothing positive about 1. Fornication, 2. Adultery, or 3. Prostitution then sure its a great movie. I just watched the movie and I'm pretty depressed, no happiness can be found by people who give in to their sexual desires in the way these two characters did. What a colossal waste of my time!… Expand

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PeterDec 22, 2005

Beautifully done and well acted movie, however painfully slow.

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JacobJun 28, 2015

Brokeback Mountain’s faults make it clear that it was based off of a short story. The film goes on for while taking many scenes to establish what was made clear in one scene. Despite lengthy time going by its hard to get a sense of theBrokeback Mountain’s faults make it clear that it was based off of a short story. The film goes on for while taking many scenes to establish what was made clear in one scene. Despite lengthy time going by its hard to get a sense of the characters outside of what is shown and given the nature of story it would be beneficial to understand what the characters thinking. Even with these faults the film still gets across its story nicely. The film nicely captures the struggles of tow men dealing with their relationship with each other in a story that is touching and emotional.… Expand

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JohannGoOct 12, 2012

Overall, the film is well done. Ang Lee has done a fantastic job of "showing" as opposed to "preaching" morality about homosexuality. This is particularly vital as it allows us to simply become engrossed in this tragic but heart-moving loveOverall, the film is well done. Ang Lee has done a fantastic job of "showing" as opposed to "preaching" morality about homosexuality. This is particularly vital as it allows us to simply become engrossed in this tragic but heart-moving love story. Where the film fails, I believe, is the choice of setting. The time and place chosen does not appeal to most people, and we would rather experience a remarkable love story without the added distraction of cowboys and rodeos. I'm sure many would say cowboys are needed in this movie, just as the ship sinking was needed in the "Titanic" . The point, however, is that the added cowboy element has little if no benefit to the story-line. On balance though, it is a satisfying watch with marvelous cinematography and music.… Expand

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tuan1407Dec 3, 2017

the film is incredible.i really appreciate the acting of heath ledger.lovvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvve it

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BenWomackMar 19, 2020

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The relationship this has to truth, is possibly - that the author saw a man in a bar give another man a look she could only associate with passion (source quote).

Two sittings. First, I couldn’t watch it. I got a gist, but there were a lot of silly wigs and moustaches.

Second time... Day after watching. Yes. Alain de Boton joke- “If we move from anger, to sadness, then we will have made psychological progress.” From Why you will marry the wrong person talk. Meaning- this is the sort of thing psychotherapists say…
But so, reminds me, people know this, and they do it. Perhaps even, the scriptwriters did. Ennis starts, angry- ends sad. You will have a sense of achievement, if you do this.

Mistake at the end. I feel having ‘he was a friend of mine’ on the soundtrack- as the song you have in your head to go home to... is a mistake. Current understanding, 'he was a friend of mine'- the song- is not saying, he was my lover.

I thought it was alright. So it’s a passionate affair.

Painting by numbers? What do I mean. You have to meet someone, in 5 seconds flat. Jack’s parents, are protestant. The house is virtually empty except for a cross. Almost ludicrously so. Bosses are stubborn.

I think that the four main actors had a bit of a dare and giggle, that they would all be nude at some point. Drinking dare.

Apart from that, and a few other things, it was fine. Fairly compelling.

Thank you.

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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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AmyR.Apr 12, 2006

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

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ScottLJan 29, 2006

It's a bit too long, lacks any suspense or genuine originality , other than the gay angle and has no real surprises but it's very beautifully shot and says what it has to say (which isn't much) well. Heath Ledgers performance It's a bit too long, lacks any suspense or genuine originality , other than the gay angle and has no real surprises but it's very beautifully shot and says what it has to say (which isn't much) well. Heath Ledgers performance is Oscar worthy.… Expand

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JamesR.Jan 2, 2006

Beautiful cinematography, and the relationship is heartfelt, but the movie just drags too much to be great. Who knew that being gay in Wyoming meant spending 80% of your time staring wordlessly at the landscape?

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DanV.Feb 10, 2006

It was a pretty good movie but way overrated. The aging techniques were way unbelievable. After promising to leave myself and a guest rocked with weeping we were just happy to be done with it and leaving the theatre. Music was not memorable It was a pretty good movie but way overrated. The aging techniques were way unbelievable. After promising to leave myself and a guest rocked with weeping we were just happy to be done with it and leaving the theatre. Music was not memorable other than that one signature guitar, melodramatic, signature guitar riff.… Expand

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JakeFeb 2, 2006

an okay movie in it's own right, a little bit dull. It's beautiful to look at, but it just didn't have the emotional effect on me that everyone else seems to be having. Even though the two leads happen to be men (and I thought an okay movie in it's own right, a little bit dull. It's beautiful to look at, but it just didn't have the emotional effect on me that everyone else seems to be having. Even though the two leads happen to be men (and I thought they both did a terrific job acting) the story about forrbiden love and its destructive results seems to be rehashed. Was it a good movie? Yes. Great? No. Does it deserve an Oscar? No. Other films like Crash and Capote and even Munich are much more worthy of the honor, but will most likely not get it only because this film is so contrversial, which is a pity, because the title "Best Film" implies just that, and Brokeback was definatley not the Best Film of 2005 by any means.… Expand

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JackM.Apr 1, 2006

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

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VeronicaJan 15, 2006

I completely agree with Sean in the comment below. I left the movie theatre perplexed as to why I did not like this film as much as I excepted to or as much as everyone else. something is missing. I couldn't help feel that the film is a I completely agree with Sean in the comment below. I left the movie theatre perplexed as to why I did not like this film as much as I excepted to or as much as everyone else. something is missing. I couldn't help feel that the film is a little too well done, too comfortable. A pretty package that doesn't know what it wants to be and ultimatley fails to deliver.… Expand

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S.GoldJan 2, 2006

Not bad, but faulted, very hollywood. They're clearly giving themselves a pat on the back I can see why someone would love the film, but I don't get it. Great performance by Heath Ledger though and beautifully filmed landscape.

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ChrisP.Jan 6, 2006

A forbiden love story that was extremely well acted. The wyoming mountain scenes were as stunning and desolate as they are in person. The problem I had was this movie lacked the hook or climactic ending to this sad love affair. Sorry to all A forbiden love story that was extremely well acted. The wyoming mountain scenes were as stunning and desolate as they are in person. The problem I had was this movie lacked the hook or climactic ending to this sad love affair. Sorry to all those who are in love with this movie because its different or was hyped harder and longer than any other film this year, but BrokeBack...its a yawner.… Expand

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OliverC.Feb 12, 2006

The people who like this movie the most are the people who never saw it. I dont get what all the fuss is about, there is basically no love or romance in a romantic drama. It drags on a lot towards the end and i left the theater frowning. O The people who like this movie the most are the people who never saw it. I dont get what all the fuss is about, there is basically no love or romance in a romantic drama. It drags on a lot towards the end and i left the theater frowning. O and Omg what a predictable ending, honestly like i've never seen that before? You should probably go see it because people make it sound great and then u can come back and agree with me.… Expand

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SnowDayAug 15, 2011

A boring "love story" about two gay men that only want to have sex. Basically, this movie is a non-explicit pornography. I don't understand all the hype.

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SpangleSep 7, 2016

Brokeback Mountain is slow and methodic, yet incessantly beautiful all the same. With some gorgeous shots of Wyoming in its back pocket, Ang Lee's romantic western is a moving portrayal of gay love in a time when it was unacceptable to theBrokeback Mountain is slow and methodic, yet incessantly beautiful all the same. With some gorgeous shots of Wyoming in its back pocket, Ang Lee's romantic western is a moving portrayal of gay love in a time when it was unacceptable to the majority of society. Heath Ledger and Jake Gyllenhaal have undeniable chemistry and their love is believable. However, I have many problems with their romance, which prevents me from loving the film. Firstly, Lee decides to show them eating beans and then bang, all of a sudden, they are lovers. Though there is sexual tension between them beforehand, it seems odd that in a time when being gay is so taboo, two men would quickly rush into sex.

Secondly, the film skims through years and opts to ignore the negative side of this romance. Yes, these two love each other. However, what about their wives (Michelle Williams and Anne Hathaway)? What about their children? Not only are they both adulterers, but they ignore their spouses and children repeatedly in the film. I get that they are repressed homosexuals, which is obviously terrible, but it makes it hard for me to feel sympathy for two men who are so morally repugnant. The only mistake these women made was marrying a man who is gay, which apparently makes them deserving of being cheated on. There is no sympathy for the struggles of our gay lovers due to their lack of respect for the women in their lives and, heck, even their own kids. Ennis (Ledger) very clearly never sees his daughters. By the end, he only has a relationship with one (Kate Mara). How is this okay? Lee makes some effort to condemn the deception to Ennis' wife, but quickly reverts to trying to make us feel sympathy for him once more.

That said, their relationship is undeniably electric. Though I have problems with the rushing of it all, Lee does expertly counter this by showing Gyllenhaal's initial hesitation to rush things with Hathaway. Through this, we are able to see his true colors and sexual desires. It is also showcased in his interactions with Hathaway and Ledger. While with his wife, he clearly lacks passion and is on edge. With Ledger, he is loose, free, and head over heels. Lee develops this angle brilliantly.

Additionally, the ending sequence made me into a believer. The clothing, the photo, and the trauma Ennis faces at the end, really hit home. In order for non-gay viewers to truly overcome any prejudices, this scene is almost a much, because it shows how real their love is for them. They did not choose this life. Instead, it was who they are. This is ever present in this scene and is truly the dramatic and romantic triumph of this film. While the development of the romance felt off for me, the ending was easily the best part of this film.

Brokeback Mountain is beloved by many. For me, it is a good western and good romance, but simply never commits to actually developing the romance, instead opting to fast forward to the "good bits" with no build-up. Even worse, it never fully condemns the more reprehensible actions of Ennis and Jack. That said, the emotional power and force of this film is impossible to deny.… Expand

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NecromusDec 6, 2012

My girlfriend dragged me out to see this: A movie about two male farmers that fall in love but hardly say anything to each other throughout the whole movie, all while pretending to be straight even having female wives. An overrated movie, myMy girlfriend dragged me out to see this: A movie about two male farmers that fall in love but hardly say anything to each other throughout the whole movie, all while pretending to be straight even having female wives. An overrated movie, my girlfriend even apologized to me for taking me to see it because she didn't like it either since the gay couple hardly ever said anything to each other. It's an okay drama that also shows the dangers and hostile perceptions gay men experience in society, worth watching once, but doesn't live up to the hype. 6/10 for a mediocre movie.… Expand

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efournier88Oct 17, 2013

Ang Lee is a good director and "Brokeback Mountain" is a good film too. Heath Ledger has a difficult role and he plays very well. Jake Gyllenhaal is good too but Ledger is better. Good film.

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OrsonO.Jan 20, 2006

There are 17 reviews rated here "100" and only ne less than "50." Can this really be veridical? - truthful? - accurate? Or does this extraordinary ranking merely reflect the PC sensibility - the Gay "cowboy" romance everybody MUST love - There are 17 reviews rated here "100" and only ne less than "50." Can this really be veridical? - truthful? - accurate? Or does this extraordinary ranking merely reflect the PC sensibility - the Gay "cowboy" romance everybody MUST love - that afflicts the latte drinking New York Times reading chattering class? I'm betting the latter. That doesn't mean this isn't worth seeing. But I remember when films about "men who couldn't talk about their feelings" were literally a dima dozen, a few decadesa go. And whom am I to say that new generations shouldn't redicover a timeless theme in a new setting? Ang Lee is also one of our best directors. SO why not see it now? I will see it, but only long after the buzz is gone and the self-righteous moralizing of the Leftist zombies who monopolize reviewing - probably when I can see it for two bucks. Why? Many friends say the short story by Annie Proulx is considerably better. Even reviewer "Neepy" writes "it is too safe. I didn't feel much chemistry, bonding, or even lust between the two cowboys." Thoughts others have echoed - it simply isn't as good as it's made out to be. It simply isn't as good or believable as Ang Lee's "The Wedding Banquet," another gay themed film about tragic love. So why do reviewers love a film that indulges in all the negative stereotypes about westerners and Mexicans? Because gays are a priviledged "minority." This is the "Philadelphia" or "Angels in America" of our time. The lemmings are out this season, ruining a good film for those who aren't bird watchers. Too bad they don't simply leave their agenda driven baggage at home and simply let the art speak for itself.… 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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TonydannieJun 15, 2006

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

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GaryD.Jan 23, 2006

My wife & I just saw this film and we both came away generally bored, unmoved, and feeling duped by all the hype. Beautiful scenery and cinematography, reasonable depiction of herding sheep on summer range, good cast, and fair acting My wife & I just saw this film and we both came away generally bored, unmoved, and feeling duped by all the hype. Beautiful scenery and cinematography, reasonable depiction of herding sheep on summer range, good cast, and fair acting (nothing special, as others seem to think). BUT: The story is just not engaging. There's no chemistry between the lovers, no flirting nuances, no buildup. In fact, their initial lovemaking seems more like an impulsive act of rape. Like one of the other reviewers herein, I think I must have missed the "love" part (maybe I dozed off). And much of the rest of the story is either implausible or uninteresting. Will they finally get together and live happily ever after? We simply don't care. One of the "great films of all time"? No way. Even if you narrow the category to gay films, it's not even in the same league as "The Crying Game". I'm always perplexed when I'm in such disagreement with the reviewers, especially the "user comments" on this site, with which I normally agree. So I analyzed the data a little more carefully. For the weekend of Jan. 13-15, BBM (in its 6th week) grossed $5.8M, which is in ninth place. Seems odd that, by now, word of mouth for this monumental film would be doing at least as well as "Memoirs of a Geisha" or "Fun With Dick & Jane". I know, "there's no accounting for taste". I also looked at the Top 10 films of 2005 where, based on critics' reviews, BBM is #6. Excluding BBM, the average number of User Comments for the other top 9 films is 43. BBM, on the other hand, has over 460 User Comments. Seems odd that a film that is generating so much positive feedback from users would not be doing better at the box office. Or could it be that the ballot box is getting stuffed by folks with an agenda, trying to generate interest and help its chances for an Oscar. Just a thought.… Expand

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FrankTJan 3, 2006

Professionally executed in every way, but antiseptic. i'm amazed that people actually respond to this film. i was not engaged. couldn't buy into the romance. didn't feel the chemistry. didn't feel the love. neither did Professionally executed in every way, but antiseptic. i'm amazed that people actually respond to this film. i was not engaged. couldn't buy into the romance. didn't feel the chemistry. didn't feel the love. neither did any of the 4 people i've spoken to who also felt disappointed and cold. wildly overrated.… Expand

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DianeB.Jan 8, 2006

I haven't read Proulx's short story but I think I am a minority voice on the movie. I found Brokeback Mountain trite and frustrating, often boring, using more gay stereotypes than I like to see: punitive fathers, wives who suffer I haven't read Proulx's short story but I think I am a minority voice on the movie. I found Brokeback Mountain trite and frustrating, often boring, using more gay stereotypes than I like to see: punitive fathers, wives who suffer in silence (until they blow), alcoholism, self-hatred and denial, violent death by homophobes (I know, I know, stereotypes are often rooted in reality!) and many cinematic stereotypes as well - long shots of snow-capped mountains, full moons, empty decaying towns blowing in the wind, etc. I was never quite convinced by the "love" between these two - (sexual attraction, yes, but I couldn't figure out what else) or the motivation for Jack and Ennis enduring 20 mostly miserable years during a period of great national change. On some levels I found this an anti-gay movie (emphasis on depression, punishment and deprivation) rather than a sensitive portrayal of a loving, though doomed, relationship. I did like the scenes of the sheep being moved.… Expand

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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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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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KitaroJan 23, 2006

A slightly ridiculous movie with a kind heart. It has its moments and some fine performances.

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LizzyQFeb 9, 2006

I think this movie was way over-rated. The animal abuse was almost too much to bear. The cinematography was beautiful, I think because the scenery was beautiful. I was not impressed.

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ToddF.Mar 13, 2006

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

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JimG.Dec 29, 2005

This movie was definitely worth seeing, but the story isn

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TerryB.Jan 21, 2006

Should be called "the emperor's new movie." It's not bad, but it's far from a masterpiece. It has lots of technical flaws, the most prominent being the sappy, melodramatic script, the sloppy editing, and the inconsistent Should be called "the emperor's new movie." It's not bad, but it's far from a masterpiece. It has lots of technical flaws, the most prominent being the sappy, melodramatic script, the sloppy editing, and the inconsistent cinematography.… Expand

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MattMar 15, 2006

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

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RustyDec 13, 2005

Haven't seen it. But based on the fact that people are saying Oscar, I am very suspicious of their intentions. Is it because the film is great or because they have alternate desires to promote homosexuality. Very, very suspicious.

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TyranianApr 7, 2019

Good acting and cinematography but seriously hard to enjoy. You'll be checking your watch.

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DavidS.Jan 30, 2006

An overcontrived love movie. Honestly, politics aside, it's just a love story but with a guy instead of a gal. Rated so high out of fear that they'll be accused of being a homophobe. Really, nothing special here.

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SuzanneSJan 7, 2006

Guess I missed the "part" about love....between any of the characters. Although the scenery was beautiful.

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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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BillL.Jan 25, 2006

This movie is definitely overhyped. The photography is beautiful. Gay love needs to be more tenderly presented by people you care for, and in this movie it seems more like lust among the shepherds. The real issues involving families with This movie is definitely overhyped. The photography is beautiful. Gay love needs to be more tenderly presented by people you care for, and in this movie it seems more like lust among the shepherds. The real issues involving families with children by the gay lovers is only superficially explored and the script seems dry and lacking in passion. It`s not the actors fault but this message needs a real loving and profound script. It will win awards for its hype and daring to show homosexual intercourse for the mainstream first time, but it could have said much more and much more elegantly. I don`t think it will further the cause it is supposed to be supporting.… Expand

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DougP.Apr 12, 2006

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

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JosephKeslarJan 15, 2006

You know, I expected to be crying buckets but I wasn't. I wasn't crying. Why? Because I cry for joy, not pain. It was a classic gay Hollywood love story, all right- the faggot who seduces gets what coming to him, death, whileYou know, I expected to be crying buckets but I wasn't. I wasn't crying. Why? Because I cry for joy, not pain. It was a classic gay Hollywood love story, all right- the faggot who seduces gets what coming to him, death, while the beloved is left to be lonely the rest of his life. Lost his wife, kids are becoming adults, his fancy boy went and got himself killed for being too uppity. You know I wanted to love this movie but I just don't. I haven't read the book yet, but I have one thing to say if it ends the same way as the movie- Shame on you, Annie Proulx! I wanted to love this movie, but it was truly disappointing. No way to give either of the queers a little happiness, even in 1983, long after Stonewall? Perhaps another case of overhyping-expectations lead to resentment. At least they got two guys to play the parts.… Expand

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PeterD.Feb 25, 2007

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

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FilipeNetoMay 13, 2018

This film addresses a homosexual affair between two cowboys. Although the press and the gay-friendly publicity tried to sell the idea that it was a true homosexual romance, I was not convinced. Watching the film, I found that the scriptThis film addresses a homosexual affair between two cowboys. Although the press and the gay-friendly publicity tried to sell the idea that it was a true homosexual romance, I was not convinced. Watching the film, I found that the script suggests something different: two lonely men whose unfulfilled emotional needs lead to a homosexual affair, despite their marriages and individual commitments. There is no love in this. The film is essentially about doubts, unfulfilled emotions, moral and emotional conflicts, the breaking of taboos and the consequences that it has afterwards, in the life of the one who did it. In any case, it is undeniably one of the most remarkable films of Heath Ledger's career. The actor deserves applause for his work in this film, where he dominated and stole the limelight from his own colleague Jake Gyllenhaal. This actor, for his part, has always been much more obliterated and the way he interpreted was not so interesting or consistent. Ang Lee did a decent job, but he seemed to be particularly focused on giving the film a good scenery and cinematography, with great success in that. Even so, the result of his work was a lukewarm, slow-paced film, and that makes it annoying, cutting off the connection between the audience and what they're watching.… Expand

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ShaunApr 6, 2006

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

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jonnoJan 3, 2006

Yawn! Why is being gay still such a big deal? Who cares? and why does anyone who disagrees with the content of this movie or questions the endless obession with gay themes in hollywood and TV get labelled as homophobic? Boring movie anyway Yawn! Why is being gay still such a big deal? Who cares? and why does anyone who disagrees with the content of this movie or questions the endless obession with gay themes in hollywood and TV get labelled as homophobic? Boring movie anyway but is the usual sentimental crap that gets oscars. Desite that solid acting from the two leads.… Expand

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C.ChaversJan 7, 2006

This film is a huge disappointment from many levels. the most noticeable part of the film is it's drawn out length. this film could have been done in 15 minutes instead of 2 hours and 30 minutes. the themes are so overdone in gayThis film is a huge disappointment from many levels. the most noticeable part of the film is it's drawn out length. this film could have been done in 15 minutes instead of 2 hours and 30 minutes. the themes are so overdone in gay literature and film and this not only gives straight people an inadequate perception of gay people but it also works to give gay people a distorted and dismal perspective of themselves. for example, why are all gay relationships tragic and end in death??? why is this theme so repeated and overdone. all gay relationships do not end this way but sure, in the literature and this film totally colors within these lines. this film if anything gives the message to not be gay or you will be murdered or end up in a dead end relationship that can't work. (thx matthew shephard rip off storyline) . there is nothing inspirational or motivating about this film. as a gay man this film leaves me with a huge feeling of disgust at the overused and offensive stereotypes (while the limp wrist lisping type is totally avoided, you still have closeted tragic love and a relationship based on carnal proximity and no spiritual or real communication oriented committments) this is a horrible film overall. 3 points just because it's gay themed and "hollywood" everything else that basically matters in this film is absent and it's found lacking.… Expand

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RebeccaH.Mar 3, 2006

Other than the acting, this movie has no appeal. The story is of two immature men who fall in love, but not to the point where they would have cared to do much about it. Sure they met up quite a few times, but I can't get beyond how Other than the acting, this movie has no appeal. The story is of two immature men who fall in love, but not to the point where they would have cared to do much about it. Sure they met up quite a few times, but I can't get beyond how pathetic they seemed with being completely unable to give themselves to one another while breaking the hearts and shattering the lives of the women who they pretended to care about. The only emotions I felt during the entire movie were for Michelle Williams' character.… Expand

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LucyB.May 20, 2006

Good actors and beautiful setting. Boring movie.

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RyanT.Jan 22, 2006

Ridiculously over-praised. It's sloppy melodrama with one-dimensional characters and shakey film craft. People are falling all over themselves to praise this because of the gay plot, but if this was about a man and a woman on Brokeback Ridiculously over-praised. It's sloppy melodrama with one-dimensional characters and shakey film craft. People are falling all over themselves to praise this because of the gay plot, but if this was about a man and a woman on Brokeback Mountain, no one would notice or care.… Expand

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LukeV.Jan 24, 2006

I planned to spend the night after watching Brokeback trying to formulate my opinions of the movie into a clear up or down vote. The thought process took place as i was watching however, i found myself annoyed at the choppy editing, showing I planned to spend the night after watching Brokeback trying to formulate my opinions of the movie into a clear up or down vote. The thought process took place as i was watching however, i found myself annoyed at the choppy editing, showing 2 or 3 seconds of a certain image as if it was something that was required to be filmed and then moving on to another image without time for reflection. The whole movie seemed like a search through photographs from a long time ago, the viewer spends only a short while on any one picture and isnt able to really put themselves in the position of any of the people they are seing. I went into Brokeback ready and willing to be blown away, but when all was said and done this year's "best picture" seemed little more than a second-hand tale.… Expand

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DomA.Apr 23, 2006

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

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MooFeb 21, 2006

awful...it was boring. i wanted to walk out of the movies, but i stayed in hope that the movie had not yet hit the climax, but the movie continued in boredom until, aslas, the climax was hit...the movie ended.

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AnnickFeb 25, 2008

Null... takes too long... you really need to want to watch it or else you quit really fast !!!!!!! People have left the movie place before the action... too bad cause if you persist and watch it till the end its is ok.

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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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LewDec 20, 2005

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

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MaryJan 29, 2006

Way overrated. A minimalist movie missing a script and emotional depth. Should not be in the running for awards. Can't really see why so many critics thought it was terrific. But then again critcs liked Lost in Translation too.

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ShgreK.Jan 6, 2006

Another attempt by the 'liberal intelectuals' and 'I- am-proud-to-be-morally-neutral' film-makers to impose upon society in a cunning and subtle way the concept of gay 'love' as perfectly normal.

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EricS.Feb 25, 2006

[***SPOILER***] Under normal circumstances, I would say this movie is OK. Given the hype, critical acclaim, and the numerous award nominations, I have to say this film is a fraud. Don't believe the hype. The cinematography is good and [***SPOILER***] Under normal circumstances, I would say this movie is OK. Given the hype, critical acclaim, and the numerous award nominations, I have to say this film is a fraud. Don't believe the hype. The cinematography is good and that's about it. Given that this story is about two men and given the length of the film, I was surprised that the primary characters are not even well-developed. When one dies, you don't even care b/c there's no heartfelt interest in him. Heath Ledger as best actor??? I couldn't believe how bad he was, unless you think talking without moving your lips is difficult. I had to stop myself from laughing out loud at his acting during one dramatic, emotional scene. I could not wait for this movie to be over ... it is soooo boring. After seeing the movie, I do believe a few that I've heard opine that this film's critical success is due to a liberal political agenda. That's the only thing that makes sense, b/c it's not that good. OK at best.… Expand

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JonD.Mar 9, 2006

This is one of those Love or HATE movies... its a love story, not a bad plot because its almost the same story as all love stories except one thing. It was about gay men in the west. Also too long and too boring for people that like to go to This is one of those Love or HATE movies... its a love story, not a bad plot because its almost the same story as all love stories except one thing. It was about gay men in the west. Also too long and too boring for people that like to go to the movies to be entertained or amazed.… Expand

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C.M.Apr 10, 2006

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

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SteveApr 18, 2006

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

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ChristineL.Apr 4, 2006

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

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carpediemDec 14, 2008

As a gay man with gay friends... none of us felt this was a realistic depiction of the way it happens. This movie is a tragedy (in the Romeo and Juliet sense) that could have had power, but failed because of it's completely As a gay man with gay friends... none of us felt this was a realistic depiction of the way it happens. This movie is a tragedy (in the Romeo and Juliet sense) that could have had power, but failed because of it's completely non-believable depiction of how the relationship formed. If anyone thinks Ang Lee may be homosexual... I would have to say he can't be. Not if he directs a movie with such an unrealistic development of a gay relationship.… Expand

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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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CarolJan 26, 2006

Didn't anyone read the story? A wonderful, a perfect short story, so dense, you could almost smell, feel, hear every written word. Nothing of all that was to be seen or felt in this movie. It was so disappointing.

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ChristyB.Jan 24, 2006

It was soo long and boring. I thought for sure it would have been a worthwhile movie with the awards it was winning but it was so long and drawn out. Hats off to Heath though, I guess you can say he was one hell of an actor.

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SeanK.Apr 18, 2006

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

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anonymousApr 26, 2006

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

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