Brokeback Mountain
Focus Features | Release Date: December 9, 2005
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PhilipC.Jun 9, 2006
Beautifully shot, wonderfully acted, brilliantly directed.... I can't say enough about this! See with an open mind, and with patience as it has a slow but beautiful begining. Sit back and just take it in.
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RichardS.Aug 16, 2006
[***SPOILERS***] This movie is the most amazing drama I have ever seen! Sure enough - the slow pace might seem boring to those less observant, but this is not an action movie. It is a fine and true ringing story of two young men who find [***SPOILERS***] This movie is the most amazing drama I have ever seen! Sure enough - the slow pace might seem boring to those less observant, but this is not an action movie. It is a fine and true ringing story of two young men who find themselves in a situation that is not easy for them to handle. Love between two men is still "forbidden" in many peoples minds. Jack is aware (of course) of what people would think of him but that doesn´t stop him from trying to find his true love. I think that Jack in many ways has an innocence to him - he has still not seen the evil things people can do to those who are different. Ennis on the other hand is very afraid to be different - to be gay. The reason that Ennis is so afraid is because his father showed him at an early age what can happen to gay people. The acting in this movie is so wonderful - Heath´s and Jake´s in particular, and everything about the story and the setting is beautiful as well. This movie only contains a very short sex scene, with no nudity. It is a far cry from anything pornograpic. Yes, this film contains some adultery (like many, many, other films) but it`s not portrayed as something noble or good in any way. Alma´s heartbreak is one of the strongest scenes in this film! However both Ennis and Jack are good fathers who care for their children - the love Ennis has for his daughters is really beautiful to see. The lenght of this review perhaps suggests that I´m absorbed by this film - and that´s definately true!! I really have come to love this film, because it took my heart totally of guard! :-) An interesting thing: You never see the face of Ennis´s father in the flashback - he is very much an threatening person in young Ennis´s life. On the contrary Jacks mother is shown as a loving woman and a loving christian - notice the cross on the wall behind her as she speaks to Ennis. Perhaps a little hint to the religious right - Chistianity is about love - not hate!… Expand
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EmmyAug 20, 2006
Overall movie is good!Interesting.
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MichaelV.Oct 17, 2007
this is the best film i have ever seen i loved the scene when they shagged each other in tent it gave me a erection ive came out the closet
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RoL.Feb 13, 2007
Best movie, best actors, best scenery, best music, and best story ever. I can still see the wives' faces in their moment of discovery, the bright red lipstick and the sensitivity of the entire cast. It should have won the Oscar... over Crash!
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AnonymusMagooMar 1, 2007
I thought this was a beautiful film. Heath and Jake are extremely talented young actors and the story is heart-breaking. Though they love each other, it cannot be so. Michelle Williams was also very talented and your heart goes out to her; I thought this was a beautiful film. Heath and Jake are extremely talented young actors and the story is heart-breaking. Though they love each other, it cannot be so. Michelle Williams was also very talented and your heart goes out to her; she didn't really deserve the cruel way Ennis sometimes treated her. I would highly recommend this film.… Expand
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RodrigoG.Apr 6, 2007
This is a beautiful film. It has a stunning photography, a terrific music, the great performances by Gyllenhaal, Williams and Ledger, Lee's perfect direction, the screenpla. Everything just works. And not to say that this is the first This is a beautiful film. It has a stunning photography, a terrific music, the great performances by Gyllenhaal, Williams and Ledger, Lee's perfect direction, the screenpla. Everything just works. And not to say that this is the first serious Hollywood film that focuses on the relationship between two men. No, not everything in the "LGBT world" is happy and flamboyant like on "The Birdcage" and other comedy filme tried to show. People need to open up their minds, and I recommend them to watch this film. It will work!… Expand
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DeanBMay 22, 2008
A heartbreaking tale of love denied, made all the more poignant with Ledger's passing. Stick it with it past the deliberate opening 1/2 hour, and the final emotional impact packs a whallop.
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HankC.Dec 11, 2005
This is a great story for ANYONE who has ever been in love or longed to be. The acting is superb. I wish everyone could see this.
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JoeS.Dec 12, 2005
I think I had forgotten what a good movie "felt" like until I walked out of this movie feeling a bit traumatized. I hardly ever think about a movie AFTER I've walked out of the theatre (except when I was trying to tell people how hard I think I had forgotten what a good movie "felt" like until I walked out of this movie feeling a bit traumatized. I hardly ever think about a movie AFTER I've walked out of the theatre (except when I was trying to tell people how hard the audience laughed during Four Brothers). This movie was not like other movies.... Don't miss the chance to see this on the big screen.… Expand
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JoeR.Dec 10, 2005
Few love stories have been more moving. The power of this story and performance will last with you for days. It is a milestone for cinema and the 'love that dare not speak its name.'
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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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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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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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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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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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BobN.Dec 19, 2005
If only they'd play this in Texas, it could change the country.
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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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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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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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MikeC.Dec 23, 2005
By far the best movie of the year.
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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JosephDec 29, 2005
Heart still hurts thinking of it. Brilliant!
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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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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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AbramDec 5, 2005
This movie is no less than one of the most astonishing, heartbreaking, genuinely entertaining and exquisitely crafted cinematic love stories in the history of cinema, and what's more, it manages to cut right through most any baggage This movie is no less than one of the most astonishing, heartbreaking, genuinely entertaining and exquisitely crafted cinematic love stories in the history of cinema, and what's more, it manages to cut right through most any baggage (including the expectational burden placed by the likes of my preceding adulation) a fair minded audience could bring to it.… Expand
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NicoleO.Dec 8, 2005
This one goes to 11.
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DavidK.Dec 8, 2005
Unexpectedly superb.
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EricF.Dec 9, 2005
Best movie I think I've ever seen.
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bradsullivanDec 9, 2005
A MASTERPIECE - Enough Said!
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EmilyD.Dec 9, 2005
This movie is a beautiful, moving love story. It's more than just a gay film, it's an american revolution in filmaking and will move you to tears. This movie reaches inside you and rips at your heart. Beautifully acted, directed This movie is a beautiful, moving love story. It's more than just a gay film, it's an american revolution in filmaking and will move you to tears. This movie reaches inside you and rips at your heart. Beautifully acted, directed and shot. This film will become an american classic.… Expand
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OliviaB.Dec 9, 2005
One of the most amazing and heartbreaking movies I've ever seen.
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JustinX.Dec 9, 2005
This is more than a film. I haven't left a theatre feeling that moved since I was a kid.
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EthanP.Jan 11, 2006
The most profound movie I've ever seen. I felt like I was watching the debut of Romeo and Juliet--and not because of superficial similarities. It haunts people because it's archetypical and so very, very truthful.
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GrahamM.Jan 10, 2006
Such a brilliant, beautiful film. This is a film about 2 lovers that are forced to deny their passion and be whom others want them to be.
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JennMMJan 10, 2006
Undeniably genuine in it's presentation. Ledger and Gyllenhaal give painfully affecting performances that are still haunting me.
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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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EnnisD.Jan 10, 2006
If you want to see an elegantly developing movie filmed in devastatingly beautiful locations with a strong plot and gut-wrenching, authentic performances, go see Brokeback Mountain.
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ChristopherP.Nov 14, 2006
"Brokeback Mountain" is a humane, quietly devastating film about forbidden love, a topic of great treatment among Ang Lee's films. Another masterful work of his that comes to mind is "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon." There a yet unknown "Brokeback Mountain" is a humane, quietly devastating film about forbidden love, a topic of great treatment among Ang Lee's films. Another masterful work of his that comes to mind is "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon." There a yet unknown Ziyi Zhang was forced into a marriage because of her social status. Here Mr. Lee uses two gay cowboys in 1960s west to show the backdrops and tragedy that is forbidden love. It is based off of Annie Proulx's 1997 short story with the same title. Proulx's short story was quite a bit better. It allowed the reader to fully comprehend the pain and angst of these two men, something not even film geniuses, such as Larry McMurty, may have fully brought to the screen. The best example I can use to illustate this point is when the two men hit rock bottom. In her novella, a mere fifty-five pages, these men enjoy each others' company on a camping trip, wherein the film you only see the aftermath of this trip. Of course it is hard story to adapt to the screen, but an important one, and the performance Heath Ledger brings to his character, Ennis del Mar, is brilliantly subtle and highly nuanced. Jake Gyllenhaal, Anne Hathaway, Michelle Williams, and Linda Cardeliini all give beautiful performances that will make interested viewers ache. A beautiful film that is also an important one. I recommend it to all. A-… Expand
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shannont.Jan 10, 2006
This movie was amazing. I loved the story line and I hope that other people can be open-minded enough to give it a chance.
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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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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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RobertK.Jan 1, 2006
I saw it two times and was moved even more upon the second viewing.
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csJan 12, 2006
Beautiful. Sad. Real. I sobbed leaving the cinema. I can't stop thinking about it.
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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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NathanD.Jan 12, 2006
This movie had such a profound effect on me, I was myself amazed. After leaving the theater, I could not stop thinking or talking about it. It is, without a doubt, a masterpiece. Never before have I seen true love portrayed so well, and This movie had such a profound effect on me, I was myself amazed. After leaving the theater, I could not stop thinking or talking about it. It is, without a doubt, a masterpiece. Never before have I seen true love portrayed so well, and forbidden love in such a heartbreaking way, whether it was a gay or straight love story. Heath Ledger was simply captivating in this film, finally proving to everyone that doubted his abilities as an actor that they were wrong. Ang Lee has never been better, at times surpassing even his best work from Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon. Not a single note was missed with this film, and it is, simply put, the best film of 2005 and one of the best films in recent years.… Expand
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JayG.Nov 26, 2006
A masterpiece and all-time great. Deservedly won every award there was to win, except of course the assinine, cowardly Oscar, in good company, like Citizen Kane. Will stand the test of time.
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TracyNov 30, 2006
This was an awsome movie. I only feel bad that I waited so long to see it.
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RocksJan 13, 2006
I was in suspense the entire movie, wondering what would become of the relationship!
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RhiannonA.Jan 13, 2006
This was a lovely movie that was realistic for the time it's set in and quite artfully done. If you're looking for a homosexual pornography, this is not it, and it was all the better for it. Emotional, sometimes humorous, and This was a lovely movie that was realistic for the time it's set in and quite artfully done. If you're looking for a homosexual pornography, this is not it, and it was all the better for it. Emotional, sometimes humorous, and leaving quite an impression, I do suggest this film to anyone who has an attention span longer than a goldfish and doesn't mind a good plot.… Expand
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KenR.Jan 13, 2006
Excellent film.
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ZiffD.Jan 13, 2006
Exceptional movie. Very nicely paced. I was impressed by the particularly adept acting of Heath Ledger and Michelle Williams. Drama and a bit of humor at times (the harmonica jokes), etc. Tragic. People with souls will like this movie. Exceptional movie. Very nicely paced. I was impressed by the particularly adept acting of Heath Ledger and Michelle Williams. Drama and a bit of humor at times (the harmonica jokes), etc. Tragic. People with souls will like this movie. People with hearts will like this movie. As a straight male and a devout Christian, I can honestly say that my wife and I loved this movie and plan to go with friends to see it again this weekend. I agree with whoever wrote "This movie was beyond brilliant." Love is a force of nature and of God. Those who disparrage any of God's children are in urgent need of His grace and have some soul searching to do themselves to determine why their concerns lie so much outside of themselves. We should all remember that "God looked at everything he had made, and he found it very good."… Expand
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WarrenCharlesW.Jan 14, 2006
People who call this a"gay cowboy movie" are missing the point and need to rethink their sensibilities, critics who say this are simply charlatons and quite frankly simple. This is a story about love, any love, without borders or labels, and People who call this a"gay cowboy movie" are missing the point and need to rethink their sensibilities, critics who say this are simply charlatons and quite frankly simple. This is a story about love, any love, without borders or labels, and how it can trasform us at our deepest level.Beutiful, simply truthful acting by Gyllenthaal,Ledger,Williams and Hathaway.… Expand
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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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DonH.Jan 14, 2006
I am 62yrs. young and I have waited all my life for this very excellent gripping love story between two macho men to be on the big screen. It was long over due.
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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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AdrianC.Jan 15, 2006
I have not seen a movie that haunts me so long after viewing. It's been two weeks since I saw it and I'm still deeply affected by it. For those of you who dismiss this movie because "if it were a man and woman, this movie would not I have not seen a movie that haunts me so long after viewing. It's been two weeks since I saw it and I'm still deeply affected by it. For those of you who dismiss this movie because "if it were a man and woman, this movie would not have received so much hype"; I'd like to point out that, if this movie were about a man and a woman, then there wouldn't be any point. The reason that Ennis and Jack are such tragic figures and the love between them is so unique is because the society wouldn't allow their relationship to flourish. The loss and sadness are attributed to the intolerence and hatred that were imposed on gay people even in today's society.… Expand
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DarylH.Jan 15, 2006
After watching this movie it really taught me that if you know that you have someone like a Jack Twist in your life and they truly love you. And know you have love. Please,please keep it!!! I'm teary eyed writing this. And yes it does After watching this movie it really taught me that if you know that you have someone like a Jack Twist in your life and they truly love you. And know you have love. Please,please keep it!!! I'm teary eyed writing this. And yes it does not matter if you are straight or gay. It feels good to love somebody and more so when you love them back.… Expand
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DavidLJan 15, 2006
I find it irksome that the comment "if it had been a man and a woman it would have been boring/common/trite/etc." seems to be used by most of those who rate this movie low. WAKE UP, sluggards--that is the point. What is portrayed in this I find it irksome that the comment "if it had been a man and a woman it would have been boring/common/trite/etc." seems to be used by most of those who rate this movie low. WAKE UP, sluggards--that is the point. What is portrayed in this movie is a tragedy because, if it had been a man and woman, it wouldn't have been an issue. Can't you even sense a prejudiced, homophobic comment when you utter it? I heard Gael Garcia Bernal say, when asked about whether playing a gay character was hard, say something like "I never understand that question. Gay characters have sex. I have sex too. Gay characters love. I love too. Why is it that no one asks me if it would be hard to play a murderer, a rapist, a torturer?" Ennis and Jack should have been able to have a relationship without fearing reprisal, rejection, self-loathing, and intolerance. It doesn't take reading too many of these comments here to understand that 1963 and 2006 aren't all that different after all.… Expand
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JaredO.Jan 16, 2006
Deserves all the accolades it has been getting, and then some. Brilliant and the most poweful film not only of the year, but of all time. The greatest film ever put on the silver screen.
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RobertB.Jan 16, 2006
Rite there with my favorites, Chinatown, Fargo, Dr.Zhivago, Patton bring a big hanky(red cowboy hankey)I will be forever changed.
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DanielB.Jan 17, 2006
The beauty of this film is in it's quiet pain. It is not a fast paced movie nor should it be. Without expressing exaggerated emotions and over-the-top performances, this film gets across the type of true, internal and unconditional love The beauty of this film is in it's quiet pain. It is not a fast paced movie nor should it be. Without expressing exaggerated emotions and over-the-top performances, this film gets across the type of true, internal and unconditional love for someone that one cannot let go. If you go to see this movie expecting a sweeping epic then you will hate it. The power of this film is in it's quiet tenderness. Especially portrayed by ALL the the actors. If you're homophobic and like to force your religious ideologic beliefs on others then you'll hate it as well. The humanity of the film is it's "silent pain", and EVERYONE can relate to that emotion at some point in their life.… Expand
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NeepyJan 17, 2006
This was a step in the right direction. But because it had to be palatable to the masses, it is too safe. I didn't feel much chemistry, bonding, or even lust between the two cowboys. Perhaps that would have been too much for mainstream This was a step in the right direction. But because it had to be palatable to the masses, it is too safe. I didn't feel much chemistry, bonding, or even lust between the two cowboys. Perhaps that would have been too much for mainstream America. But I give it a 8 because it is groundbreaking and better movies about same sex love will come. To those who gave it a low score because it was "sick" and "disgusting" - don't you get it? You today are the Southern racists of yesterday. Wake up!… Expand
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GeneS.Jan 17, 2006
This movie is beyond words. I left the theater in love with Jack & Ennis. I would have to say its be best love story I have ever seen. I can not wait to own the DVD I could watch this movie over and over. If you have not seen it yet you have This movie is beyond words. I left the theater in love with Jack & Ennis. I would have to say its be best love story I have ever seen. I can not wait to own the DVD I could watch this movie over and over. If you have not seen it yet you have too...simple as that.… Expand
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DaneS.Jan 18, 2006
the best movie I have ever seen in my entire life.It gets under your skin and refuses to leave (thankfully).Great acting! what a shot ot the heart!If only all movies could be half this good.thankyou,thank you,thank you ,thank you to all for the best movie I have ever seen in my entire life.It gets under your skin and refuses to leave (thankfully).Great acting! what a shot ot the heart!If only all movies could be half this good.thankyou,thank you,thank you ,thank you to all for making such a beautiful movie… Expand
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H.JamesJan 19, 2006
A deeply haunting and visually engaging masterpiece with an extraordinary performance by Heath Ledger as Ennis Del Mar! The sights and emotions will linger long after this movie has ended. Clearly, an innovative film that ranks among the A deeply haunting and visually engaging masterpiece with an extraordinary performance by Heath Ledger as Ennis Del Mar! The sights and emotions will linger long after this movie has ended. Clearly, an innovative film that ranks among the best motion pictures of any year. It has Oscar nominations written all over it. A cinematic expericnece not to be missed. And, be sure to purchase the original motion picture soundtrack to relive this incredible film.… Expand
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XuezengX.Jan 19, 2006
First and foremost, how many "gay" movies make it to HollyWood? Many of us are caught in our secretes and lies to live like the average human being, but there is more to that if you were in our shoes. Simply, some of us are young, confused, First and foremost, how many "gay" movies make it to HollyWood? Many of us are caught in our secretes and lies to live like the average human being, but there is more to that if you were in our shoes. Simply, some of us are young, confused, and scared. No need for that no more because this movie is truly an inspiration to gods witness of gays. We are going to make it.… Expand
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GeorgeJan 2, 2006
EXCELLENT...a simple, yet very moving love story. Not to be missed. It will open the door ro mony regarding their thoughts of same-sex love.
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AlisonG.Jan 21, 2006
It wasn't until this movie was over and I realized Ang Lee directed the film that I understand just how much directing must have gone into the character development of this film. This film draws you into the lives of Ennis and Jack It wasn't until this movie was over and I realized Ang Lee directed the film that I understand just how much directing must have gone into the character development of this film. This film draws you into the lives of Ennis and Jack within minutes. Following the story through this film, it's easy to see why it has gotten so much hype. The topic is controversial - a love and bond that can't ever fully be enjoyed because of the stigma of gay love especially dating as far back as their relationship began (1963). My heart ached during this film because Lee forced me to empathize for characters I may not have normally been able to.… Expand
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JuanS.Jan 21, 2006
BBM is the best film of the year! thanks, Juan
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ELTOJ.Jan 21, 2006
What can I say but it is a wonderful movie that lingers with you days after you have seen it. I've seen the movie 3 times already and it seems to get better every time. It stays with you, haunting you and giving you a more deep What can I say but it is a wonderful movie that lingers with you days after you have seen it. I've seen the movie 3 times already and it seems to get better every time. It stays with you, haunting you and giving you a more deep understanding of each and every character and the situations they were up against. Truly a beautiful movie that has touched me so much. A great masterpiece work of art.… 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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JimB.Jan 23, 2006
The feelings on Jack Twist's face sums up the entire movie of passion, love, and true feeling in a man's heart toward a lover and a dream in life. The time, location, characters, were brought together to experience a slice of life The feelings on Jack Twist's face sums up the entire movie of passion, love, and true feeling in a man's heart toward a lover and a dream in life. The time, location, characters, were brought together to experience a slice of life that sometimes begins in a tent. Magnificent movie, and an editing that wasn't rushed through like a majority of films today. Bravo! Bellissimo.… 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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TaylorJ.Jan 25, 2006
I went into this movie not knowing anything about it, but came out feeling so emotionally moved. The scenery was remarkable. The actors portrayed their characters so well. It was not a "gay" movie at all, it was a masculine driven love story.
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RebekkaS.Jan 26, 2006
This story is absolutely haunting and poignant in every sense. your heart breaks for these characters and the impossibility of happiness for them really strikes you. The performances of the leads are amazing and deep. I have been reflecting This story is absolutely haunting and poignant in every sense. your heart breaks for these characters and the impossibility of happiness for them really strikes you. The performances of the leads are amazing and deep. I have been reflecting on this movie ever since i saw it two days ago. It really stays with you.… Expand
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DrewN.Jan 27, 2006
In all honesty, this movie is one of the most powerful films I have seen in a long while. It manages to take what sounds like a plot for a comedy (gay cowboys? Many would scoff at the idea), and makes it an incredibly moving reality. I cried In all honesty, this movie is one of the most powerful films I have seen in a long while. It manages to take what sounds like a plot for a comedy (gay cowboys? Many would scoff at the idea), and makes it an incredibly moving reality. I cried twice, not only out of sadness, but also out of intense joy for how happy Jack Twist and Ennis Del Mar had managed to find within each other's arms. Simply a wonderful movie.… Expand
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SteveH.Jan 27, 2006
It's Ang Lee 's best film so far. Wel Done. Deep, Moving. Love is so powerful.
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PierreD.Jan 28, 2006
Amazing. This is a rare quality film. Jake Gyllenhaal is a brilliant optimistic isolated heart broken Jack twist, Heath ledger is a stunning portrait of turmoil and self hatred, Michelle Williams and Anne Hathaway show a range beyond any of Amazing. This is a rare quality film. Jake Gyllenhaal is a brilliant optimistic isolated heart broken Jack twist, Heath ledger is a stunning portrait of turmoil and self hatred, Michelle Williams and Anne Hathaway show a range beyond any of their previous work portraying 2 different versions of a wife who cannot connect with the man whom she loves. The energy behind everything that goes unsaid is really the underlying constant in our own hearts. Sexuality is this films novelty but by no means it's limit. The story is presented as it lay. No cause, no reason, no blame, no answers... just like real life. The images are beautiful, the plot atypical, and the effort by all involved incredible. For all who make comments about its characters without having seen the film, you are a bigot. You are no different from someone who discriminates against race,class,sexuality, disability, gender, height, weight, number of hairs on your head, or level of education. Somehow this enables NO ONE to cast the first stone.… Expand
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MSwittJan 28, 2006
Best movie I've seen in years.
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NedF.Jan 28, 2006
The hundreds of Metacritic user ratings for Brokeback Mountain fall into two distinct groups. About 89% are viewers who first thoughtfully assess the film
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TerryR.Jan 28, 2006
From the start to finish, Brokeback Mountain is one of the most beautiful films I've ever seen. I can't begin to tell you how this film affected me hours after I saw it. By the way, I'm not even a big fan of romance movies! From the start to finish, Brokeback Mountain is one of the most beautiful films I've ever seen. I can't begin to tell you how this film affected me hours after I saw it. By the way, I'm not even a big fan of romance movies! It's a controversial subject but one that's told brilliantly through Ang Lee. It doesn't preach about its subject but lets it be told through the characters and the people who love them but are devasted by their relationship. If there's one movie to see before Oscars, this is the one.… Expand
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QuicoP.Jan 29, 2006
An almost perfect film.
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VickyH.Jan 29, 2006
I've seen it once and I'm going to see it again taking my boyfriend this time (I'm female). It's a beautiful moving film - a true romance and so sad. I'm going to hold his hand all the way through then tell him how I've seen it once and I'm going to see it again taking my boyfriend this time (I'm female). It's a beautiful moving film - a true romance and so sad. I'm going to hold his hand all the way through then tell him how lucky I am to have him.… Expand
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CeckoS.Jan 3, 2006
I love this movie .... artistic .... can effect your feeling .. but I dont like the love scene too much can't see it .... But all the whole thing is Great I'm loving it.
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BridgetJan 3, 2006
What a fabulous film! It was like a great book or a painting-it affected me long after leaving the theatre. I downloaded a copy of the original short story by Annie Proulx (from her website) -the movie is very true to her original tale. What a fabulous film! It was like a great book or a painting-it affected me long after leaving the theatre. I downloaded a copy of the original short story by Annie Proulx (from her website) -the movie is very true to her original tale. Oscars to all for a great moviegoing experience!… Expand
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TracieN.Jan 31, 2006
wonderful.... everything about the movie was realist, the acting was fabulas, the setting, make up clothes, everything was realist. I know because I grew up in that time and in that world. Stunning.
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TonyB.Jan 31, 2006
Although not a tear jerker in the traditional sense, "Brokeback Mountain" tells an extremely sad story so well that it is likely to linger in many viewers' minds long after they leave the theater. Heath Ledger and Jake Gylenhaal, giving Although not a tear jerker in the traditional sense, "Brokeback Mountain" tells an extremely sad story so well that it is likely to linger in many viewers' minds long after they leave the theater. Heath Ledger and Jake Gylenhaal, giving two of the year's best performances that are way beyond anything they have ever done, are both overwhelmng and heartbreaking as they try to come to terms with the hand that life has dealt them. Because in doing so, they cause havoc to those who love them as well as to themselves, they do not emerge as heroic figures, but all too human ones. A top notch supporting cast complements their outstanding work.… 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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trishJan 3, 2006
I cannot believe such a tender story about love and loss can be described by someone as "sick". This is a materpiece that will for sure stand the test of time. From the direction to the performance and the script, not one false note. I I cannot believe such a tender story about love and loss can be described by someone as "sick". This is a materpiece that will for sure stand the test of time. From the direction to the performance and the script, not one false note. I suggest Trish H. do some reading and researching before posting such offensive and medieval crap.… Expand
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DAveJan 3, 2006
Being a gay man myself - after 14 years of marriage and raising two children - I am pleased that a movie, like Brokeback Mountain, has brilliantly captured the pain and conflict many gay men go though in their lives - finding someone they Being a gay man myself - after 14 years of marriage and raising two children - I am pleased that a movie, like Brokeback Mountain, has brilliantly captured the pain and conflict many gay men go though in their lives - finding someone they can truely love. The sadness, conflict, and pain the actors in the movie portrayed was so very real to me, it left me wanting a sequel to the story; perhaps Ennis finding someone he can finally settle down with, without all the stigmas and repercussions that comes with being gay, and living in Wyoming.… Expand
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DaveJan 4, 2006
There was not a sound in the theater during the entire movie which is a sign people were moved by the performance.
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saddyboyJan 4, 2006
A modern classic.
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stephenc.Jan 4, 2006
Wonderful.
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