Brokeback Mountain (2005)

Brokeback Mountain (2005) is a moving romantic drama directed by Ang Lee, based on the short story by Annie Proulx.

 

Set in the stunning landscapes of Wyoming in the 1960s, the film follows the complex and forbidden love story of two cowboys, Ennis Del Mar (Heath Ledger) and Jack Twist (Jake Gyllenhaal).

 

Over the course of two decades, they grapple with societal expectations, personal struggles, and the heartbreaking realities of their connection.

 

Featuring powerful performances, especially from Ledger and Gyllenhaal, Brokeback Mountain explores themes of love, identity, and the cost of denying one’s true self, making it a landmark film in LGBTQ+ cinema and a deeply moving piece of narrative.