The best film of the year.

Rating: 9/10 (16 March 2006)

When the end of the year rolled around, and I had seen all of the films that had been given high critical acclaim, Brokeback Mountain was my choice for the best film of the year. I am not homosexual and I didn't choose it because I cared about the "so-called" agenda that was here. I chose this film because I was very sincerely moved by the story it presented. People who cannot pursue their desires of love without being rejected or persecuted by society. This is a reoccurring theme in the films of Ang Lee (Sense and Sensibility & Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon). I happen to be a very devoted Christian and I would like to say that it an unavoidable fact that many people hypocritically call themselves Christians, while at the same time are guilty of using the church as a way of masking their contempt or often hatred for homosexuals (this is a very strong example of the devil hiding behind the cross). Christ called his followers to love all people unconditionally, and the hatred displayed toward homosexuals by many people in the church is a violation of the instructions of Christ. In my opinion, these hypocrites are securing a greater eternal punishment for themselves than the people who they hate so much. Satan comes in many forms, often in the form of a devoted follower of Christ himself, and people who are aware should be on the watch for these types. My favorite scene and the one that definitely made it the best film of the year for me, was the final scene between Ennis and his daughter. This moment brought tears to my eyes. I likened it to the final scene of Fellini's "La Dolce Vita" or Sam Mendes "American Beauty" when we the audience are brought to a moment of complete understanding about the main character. That is my favorite scene of the year in film. I am a very big fan of Roger Ebert. I think that he gives very clear and insightful reviews of films, but I must disagree with him on his choice for "Crash" for the best film of the year. Paul Haggis is a strong new talent in the industry (espescially after his screenplay last year for million dollar baby). Crash was a good film but I thought even "King Kong" was better and "Munich" was even more brave.