Solemnly moving picture

Rating: 10/10 (5 February 2006)

This movie wins in so many categories, from the cinematography, directing, story line and acting. Heath Ledger and Jake Gyllenhaal capture the mood and desperation two gay men must have faced in the 1960's in desolate Wyoming.These two actors deserve such kudos for their moving, touching, sometimes gritty and absolutely believable depiction of their characters. Each character had such depth that their presence in the film seemed so real to me you could believe these two men must exist outside of this movie. It has left an impression on me that I will never forget. It is one of those films you will forever remember the day,place and time you saw it. Besides from the obvious message of when you find someone you love, don't let them go, I believe this movies biggest message is how keeping ones homosexuality a secret to the world perverts their relationships with everyone and ultimately leaves the character Heath Ledger played, isolated, alone and wondering for the rest of his life what if.