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Brokeback Mountain

Brokeback Mountain (2005)

DramaRomance
Political:
Left
Diversity:
Moderate
LGBTQ+:
Positive
FemPower:
No
Religious:
C

Director:Ang Lee

Runtime:134 min

Starring:Jake Gyllenhaal, Heath Ledger, Michelle Williams

Plot:

Their acquaintance began on the warm summer of 1963, when cowboys, Ennis Del Mar and Jack Twist, ended up on the sheep farm of Joe Aguirre in Brokeback Mountain, Wyoming while looking for work. Under unexpected circumstances, little by little, the two men developed an intimate relationship that turned into a profound but secret bond, right under the nose of their families. However, love, and its many faces, is eternal. Who can stop love, life's ultimate truth?

Analysis Details

Political

Left

The film's focus on the challenges faced by LGBTQ+ individuals in a conservative environment and its emotional depth in portraying their love story strongly resonate with progressive values, making it align with left-leaning media narratives.

Diversity & Inclusion

Moderate

The movie presents light DEI elements, as it critiques traditional identities through its narrative while maintaining a predominantly traditional casting approach.

LGBTQ+ Portrayal

Positive
The film presents a deep and complex portrayal of the romantic relationship between Ennis Del Mar and Jack Twist, exploring themes of love, identity, and societal constraints. Their bond is depicted with sensitivity and depth, highlighting the struggles they face due to societal norms and personal fears, ultimately portraying their love as profound and enduring despite the challenges.

FemPower Rating

No
While there is a main female character, she does not engage in combat or action-oriented roles, which does not align with the criteria for a badass female fighter.

Religious Portrayal

C

The film depicts Christianity through the lens of societal norms and familial expectations, often highlighting the conflict between personal identity and religious beliefs, which leads to a critical portrayal of the pressures exerted by religious values on the characters' lives.