A sweeping & epic cinema experience

Rating: 10/10 (24 December 2005)

Brokeback Mountain was hands-down the best film of the year. With it's heart-wrenching performances, articulate direction, gorgeous scenery, subtle score and incredible script, it is a true piece of art. Heath Ledger, in the best role of his career, is a revelation; his ability to ACT so inexpressive is unbelievable. This film is the beginning of a new chapter in his career. Jake Gyllenhaal has been overshadowed lately by all the praise for Ledger's performance, and I feel this is not fair. He is also fantastic, particularly in one confrontation scene with Ledger. The supporting work is also great, particularly from Michelle Williams & Anne Hathaway; having this film "under their belt" will definitely be a career-booster. This film could not have come out at a more relevant time, with the US divided over gay marriage.
Before going to see this film, you may think of it as "the gay cowboy movie" and after seeing it, you will feel completely different. It is perhaps one of the best love stories in recent years. Go to your nearest theatre and see this film; it's phenomenal. Props to the cast & crew for being so brave to make this film.