Brokeback Mountain (2005) Reviews
- Starring:
- Heath Ledger, Jake Gyllenhaal, (more)
- Director(s):
- Ang Lee
- Theatrical MPAA Rating:
- R
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36 out of 42 people found this review helpful For quite some time my wife and I put off watching this DVD--because she didn't want to see a "serious" movie and I didn't want to see two men kissing. But we finally forced ourselves to watch it, ... Read More For quite some time my wife and I put off watching this DVD--because she didn't want to see a "serious" movie and I didn't want to see two men kissing. But we finally forced ourselves to watch it, and it was amazing. Yes, it was a little tedious for my wife, and I squirmed during the gay love scenes, but the portrayal of their relationship--and its effects on others--was heart wrenching. Heath Ledger, in particular, delvers a performance that is unforgettable and deeply moving. The last twenty minutes are the most touching of all, and I find myself contemplating those twenty minutes every day. This is a movie that ultimately takes us to a whole new plane. This is one of the great ones. Close this Review WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL? Yes | No | ||
26 out of 34 people found this review helpful Shoot, I liked this movie! My husband, father and brothers refused to watch it, but I think they may have gotten something out of it. Many lives were left embittered because these two main characters ... Read More Shoot, I liked this movie! My husband, father and brothers refused to watch it, but I think they may have gotten something out of it. Many lives were left embittered because these two main characters couldn't be their true selves. Gay guys do deserve human rights - which is what I thought this story was all about. I caught a glimpse at what society expects and how people have to appear to follow along or else they hurt others and themselves. Close this Review WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL? Yes | No | ||
26 out of 35 people found this review helpful Rational, open minded people have touted this film as a great love story worthy of all its accolades. The film clearly describes the strife, pains, and tragedies gay people endure. In this story, ... Read More Rational, open minded people have touted this film as a great love story worthy of all its accolades. The film clearly describes the strife, pains, and tragedies gay people endure. In this story, lies, deceit, and adultery are the result of a prohibitionist society. What would you do if it were suddenly illegal to love someone of the opposite sex? You would, as Jack and Ennis did, carry on your forbidden love affair despite all barriers. This is a love affair, if it were merely lust then you would not see the pain and longing expressed, instead observe callous and irresponsible sexual behavior. Jack and Ennis were seeking happiness together and hoping to satiate their natural predisposition. Whether you believe it is right or wrong, nature vs. nurture, attraction was clearly evident from the start of the film. This was a great love story, much like Romeo and Juliet. Tragedies can be averted if only we would end this disgraceful feud. Close this Review WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL? Yes | No | ||
13 out of 17 people found this review helpful It is sad to see how something so strong - love between these two men - affects the rest of their lives - the relationships with parents, children, and wives. In the end, you have to wonder if their ... Read More It is sad to see how something so strong - love between these two men - affects the rest of their lives - the relationships with parents, children, and wives. In the end, you have to wonder if their lives would have been better had they traveled the road together. Close this Review WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL? Yes | No | ||
5 out of 6 people found this review helpful Fantastic movie! I spent some time reading other reviews and I cannot believe the ignorance individuals have in the 21st century! The screenplay was beautifully written. The acting was courageous ... Read More Fantastic movie! I spent some time reading other reviews and I cannot believe the ignorance individuals have in the 21st century! The screenplay was beautifully written. The acting was courageous and genuine. Ang Lee is a genius. The symbolism contrasting the breathtaking wide open spaces implying freedom to be who you are and what happiness is possible in your life versus the poverty stricken and stiffling nature of the place Ennis lived was brilliant film making and just like a good book that you can't put down, this movie will be watched time and time again and placed in my catalog of favorites! May those with such hateful hearts find happiness and contentment in their lives! Close this Review WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL? Yes | No | ||
12 out of 23 people found this review helpful While it wasn't a bad movie, and I wasn't completely disgusted by the homosexual content, it just wasn't worth my 2+ hours. The characters took so long to develop and you wondered if Heath Ledger ... Read More While it wasn't a bad movie, and I wasn't completely disgusted by the homosexual content, it just wasn't worth my 2+ hours. The characters took so long to develop and you wondered if Heath Ledger was EVER going to talk!
Michelle Williams for Best Supporting Actress? Must've been desperate.
Just a very boring, long, drawn-out movie. I kept waiting for it to end.
Oh, and speaking of the end - I replayed it over and over and over so I could hear what Heath Ledger was saying - thought it would be a key part. I finally put on the subtitles (he spoke so quietly that I missed half of his lines) - DUMB! The ending is pretty lame...
Watch this only if you feel like you have to see all of the Academy award nomination films... Close this Review WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL? Yes | No | ||
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