A powerful, deeply moving film.

Rating: 10/10 (28 January 2006)

This movie is something that cannot be expressed in words. It is a truly amazing film. Everything is so right, right from the first scene. The connection is so beautifully portrayed, the film itself is so tender and heartfelt. It is literally moving. The pace and editing are perfect and every scene has a purpose and a point. It definitely does not disappoint.... in any way. The soundtrack is excellent and really adds to the emotion portrayed on screen.
The way the relationship between Ennis (Heath Ledger) and Jack (Jake Gyllenhaal) has been handled so wonderfully. It really does show the true meaning of love and how it can stand all tests, be they time, distance or environment. Their relationship is so complex and heartfelt. You really connect with the two characters and how they feel for each other; how they handle the feelings and emotions they are going through and their situation. At times, you feel as if you are almost there beside them, feeling the emotions with them.... when they hurt.... you hurt too.... and the hurt is genuine.
The images in the movies and scenes shown are just amazing; the camera work is sublime. It is a masterpiece of a film. I came out of the film and thought about it ever since, it has stayed with me. All I can say is go and watch the movie, just go and watch it. I have to wholeheartedly agree with legendary Australian film critic, Margaret Pomeranz, when she said in her review "Do you know, this is why I go to the movies, for the possibility of seeing something as good as this." It is just that powerful....well it was for me. Love truly is a force of nature. Go and watch the movie and find out.