Brokeback Mountain

Synopsis:

In 1963, rodeo cowboy Jack Twist and ranch hand Ennis Del Mar are hired by rancher Joe Aguirre as sheep herders in Wyoming. One night on Brokeback Mountain, Jack makes a drunken pass at Ennis that is eventually reciprocated. Though Ennis marries his longtime sweetheart, Alma, and Jack marries a fellow rodeo rider, the two men keep up their tortured and sporadic affair over the course of 20 years.

Quick Thoughts:

Most folks know of “Brokeback Mountain”, even if it’s merely that it’s the nominated film that got passed over for Best Picture at the 2006 Oscars all because it featured two gay men in a romance. (Many others, including director Ang Lee, were also upset that Heath Ledger was also robbed of a truly deserving Best Actor Oscar). But why all this contention? Because “Brokeback Mountain” is a masterpiece in every way! Those who are not a major fan usually can’t get past Ang Lee’s directorial style which is very slow paced, yet pairs perfectly well with the short story by Annie Proulx that the film is based upon – it’s REALLY short! However attention was paid to every little detail, the acting was all around phenomenal, the shots were simply gorgeous and stunning – it’s simply a breathtaking and powerful film to watch. Personally, I’d be surprised if you have not yet seen “Brokeback Mountain!” (But I’ll forgive you if immediately you add this queer film to your watch list.)