A wonderful view of love and life

Rating: 10/10 (16 December 2005)

It is so rare that I would even take the time to write a review of a movie. In fact, this is my first ever. Still, I feel compelled to tell whomever will read that this movie utterly moved the core of my soul. No where else have the struggles that gay people go through to come to terms with their sexuality been captured as poignantly, accurately and successfully as in this movie. It also captures the impact and affects of living life in fear (this can really apply to anything, not just being gay) and how many lives you touch and change as a result of being overwhelmed and terrorized by that fear. Both Jake Gyllenhaal and Heath Ledger did this movie justice with their talent and depth, and they both were nothing short of stellar in capturing the complexities of these roles. WOW!!! (Anne Hathaway & Michelle Williams were equally wonderful as well!) Also, Jake & Heath magnificently portrayed the beautiful love story that is at the core of this movie. RUN, do not walk, to the theatre and see this movie. It is for one and all - in all walks of life. If you open your heart and your mind, you will be enriched more than you'd have ever thought possible.