Review of Brokeback Mountain (2005) by Reece L — 30 Mar 2013

"Brokeback Mountain" is a truly tragic masterpiece, with a brilliant cast and sympathetic direction from Ang Lee.

This review of Brokeback Mountain (2005) was written by Reece L on 30 Mar 2013.

Brokeback Mountain has generally received very positive reviews.

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