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I had no interest in seeing this movie, then it won all those awards. It better have won because it is good, not because it is the first gay cowboy movie
Pengwuino said:Why is there all this crap in the commercial about love, romance, love, love, more love, romance romance!
Rated R
What the hell is that?
Brokeback Mountain is a romantic drama film that follows the story of two cowboys, Ennis Del Mar and Jack Twist, who meet and fall in love while herding sheep in Wyoming in the 1960s. The film follows their secret and tumultuous relationship over the span of 20 years.
The two main characters in Brokeback Mountain are Ennis Del Mar, played by Heath Ledger, and Jack Twist, played by Jake Gyllenhaal. Other important characters include Ennis's wife Alma, played by Michelle Williams, and Jack's wife Lureen, played by Anne Hathaway.
No, Brokeback Mountain is not based on a true story. However, the film is based on a short story of the same name by Annie Proulx.
Brokeback Mountain explores themes of forbidden love, societal expectations and pressures, and the struggles of living in a time and place where homosexuality was not accepted. It also examines the complexity of human relationships and the consequences of hiding one's true feelings.
Yes, Brokeback Mountain has received critical acclaim since its release in 2005. It was nominated for eight Academy Awards and won three, including Best Director for Ang Lee. The film has also been praised for its powerful performances and impactful storytelling.