Review of Brokeback Mountain (2005) by Christie B — 06 Mar 2012
Two men meet in 1963 to herd sheep on Brokeback Mountain, forming an unlikely romance which will last the rest of their lives, affecting them both for better or worse. On one level Brokeback Mountain is a critique of pernicious homophobic attitudes in the 60s, and the tragic effects that these attitudes have.
Homophobic repression is so ingrained in society that homosexuals had little choice but to marry and have children, and the repercussions are made lamentably felt through the depiction of the relationships that the men have with their families.
On another level, Brokeback Mountain is a moving love story between two people who have a lifelong connection which endures all obstacles. A powerfully directed film which, at its core, is about basic human nature, and the inability to ignore the feelings which shape who we are.
The sensitivity and empathy which the director and the cast clearly feel about a subject which was unspeakable in the 60s is perfectly clear. Brokeback Mountain deserves credit for tackling something which remains taboo even today in America, and the sooner society feels the same level of understanding the better.
This review of Brokeback Mountain (2005) was written by Christie B on 06 Mar 2012.
Brokeback Mountain has generally received very positive reviews.
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