unforgettable

Rating: 10/10 (23 September 2005)

A few months ago I had heard about a movie staring Jake Gyllenhaal and Heath Ledger in which there was a scene that Heath almost broke Jake's nose filming a kissing scene. That is how the movie first sparked my interest. But when the Venice Film Festival came to Milan and the winner of the Leon d'Oro was Brokeback Mountain, I knew I had to see it. The movie is beautiful. The dialogue is raw. The cinematography is breathtaking. The acting is so strong and powerful that I never would have believed that a cast of such young actors would be capable of entirely owning their respective roles. Never before has a movie touched me so deeply and lingered with me for days on end. I have had sleepless nights over this true love story. Though it may be about two men, it is entirely about love. Their passion for one another is so remarkable because it is so original. This is a daring movie that many people probably will not see because it involves two men, but though it revolves around two men it also deals with family, children, prejudice, anger, and a love that overcomes it all. I cannot think of any other movie that should, and hopefully will, sweep the 2005 Oscars. And if you have any desire to learn more about the movie I suggest repeatedly watching the trailer - as I have done to see some of the most memorable cinematic scenes of my life - and/or buying the original story of Brokeback Mountain.