Great story, great acting, great entertainment

Rating: 10/10 (20 December 2005)

I really enjoyed this movie. I am a romantic guy, and this really tug at my heartstrings. I could relate to a lot of what was portrayed in the film, as far as falling in love; long distance relationships, and losing someone after sharing years building that relationship. As someone once wrote in a song... "Its sad to belong to someone else, when the RIGHT one comes along." Both Heath Ledger, and Jake Gyllenhaal did an incredible job showing just enough emotion to keep the sparks going, but even after the on and off hook up's for 20 years, they still seem to have kept that intense fire burning. That has to be tough on anyone; especially hiding the whole thing from the wife and kids.
It's also amazing to note that while this film was set in a 20 or so year span, dating back to 1963, it still mirrors situations that are very much relevant in today's society. There are still a lot of closeted "GAY" cowboys living very obscure lives in rural towns and cities all across the west, and mid-west. This movie might even help a few of these guys become a little less closeted. All in all, its a must-see movie.