sets a new standard for movie excellence

Rating: 10/10 (17 January 2006)

started off a little slow, made me think, did i really want to see this movie? there was a lot of anticipation waiting for the "scene". after getting past the obvious issue, the movie kept my interest throughout.
acting was excellent, made you forget gay or straight, i just saw people trying to cope with life's problems. the film deals with many issues, respect,integrity, love and hate. the scenes with the young family's everyday life hit it right on, kids crying, not enough time, money and hands for the task. one unforgettable scene among many, was the wife's expression when she realizes her husband's fishing buddy is more than a friend. the scenery was excellent,expansive mountain fields filled with flocks of sheep.would be worth seeing a second time, as the movie is complex and emotional.