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Wicked’s Jonathan Bailey reflects on the impact Brokeback Mountain had on him as a teenager

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Jonthan Bailey has opened up about the impact Brokeback Mountain had on him and his studies in a new interview. Back in 2005, moviegoers were treated to the critically acclaimed drama directed by Ang Lee. Based on the 1997 short story by Annie Proulx, Brokeback Mountain follows Ennis Del Mar (Heath Ledger) and Jack Twist (Jake Gyllenhaal), two star-crossed cowboys navigating a forbidden romance in the American West during the 1960s. Following its release, Brokeback Mountain received universal acclaim and won three Academy Awards — including Best Director and Best…

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Why Brokeback Mountain is still a landmark of queer cinema, 20 years later

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From the casting, production, writing and acting, this queer classic featuring straight actors has stood the test of time. This is how Brokeback Mountain transcended the ‘gay cowboy film’ label. Spoilers ahead! WORDS BY KATIE BASKERVILLE When Brokeback Mountain hit the silver screen back in December 2005, it was quickly labelled as a ‘gay cowboy film’ (derogatory). There was also scepticism that the film, which tells the love story between Ennis Del Mar and Jack Twist, respectively played by the late Heath Ledger and Jake Gyllenhaal – both of whom are…

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Brokeback Mountain: Jake Gyllenhaal recalls “profound” fan encounter

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In honour of its 20th anniversary, Jake Gyllenhaal has reflected on a “profound” moment with a fan of Brokeback Mountain. Directed by Ang Lee, the iconic gay drama follows Ennis Del Mar (Heath Ledger) and Jack Twist (Gyllenhaal), two star-crossed cowboys navigating a forbidden romance in the American West during the 1960s. Widely hailed as a turning point for LGBTQIA+ representation in mainstream media, Brokeback Mountain won three Academy Awards — including Best Director and Best Adapted Screenplay — and earned acting nominations for Ledger, Gyllenhaal, and Michelle Williams. In…

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Brokeback Mountain to be re-released in cinemas for 20th anniversary

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To commemorate its 20th anniversary, Brokeback Mountain is set for a limited re-release in cinemas. The iconic gay drama, starring Jake Gyllenhaal and the late Heath Ledger, will be shown nationwide in the U.S. on 22 and 25 June. According to the film’s distributor Focus Features, the re-release will be accompanied by “an all-new film poster, as well as forthcoming merchandise and other connected initiatives”. Directed by Ang Lee, Brokeback Mountain follows Ennis Del Mar (Gyllenhaal) and Jack Twist (Ledger), two star-crossed cowboys navigating a forbidden romance in the American…

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17 romantic films all queer men need to watch

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        From Moonlight to Red, White & Royal Blue, here are 17 romantic dramas and comedies that are a must-watch for all queer men. WORDS BY SAM DAMSHENAS HEADER BY YOSEF PHELAN ‘Dire’ is how we used to describe on-screen representation for people of the rainbow variety. For a long time (eons, really), stories about queerness often led to death and despair (hence the ‘Bury Your Gays trope) and, if a heterosexual series or movie featured a character of the LGBTQIA+ experience, they’d be the ‘sidekick’ whose…

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Creative team behind premiere of new Brokeback Mountain play discuss the show in new interview

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We’re super excited for the world premiere of Brokeback Mountain, the stage adaptation of Annie Proulx’s novel, which is currently in previews at London’s @sohoplace theatre and is due to have its official opening night later this week. Many will be familiar with the 2005 stage adaptation – this new version will star Mike Faist and Lucas Hedges in the lead roles, with singer Eddi Reader performing the songs. Ahead of its theatrical release we caught up with the creative team behind the production to find out more about what’s…

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Stage adaptation of Brokeback Mountain to premiere in London this spring

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The world premiere of the stage adaption of Brokeback Mountain, a new play with music, is set to take place at London’s new @sohoplace theatre in May. We can’t wait to see how Annie Proulx’s novel – which many of us will be familiar with from the 2005 film adaptation – plays out on stage. The show will star Mike Faist (West Side Story) and Lucas Hedges (Manchester By The Sea) in the lead roles, with Fairground Attraction singer Eddi Reader performing the songs. Ashley Robinson will be making his…

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Strange Way of Life: Here’s when Pedro Pascal and Ethan Hawke’s queer Western premieres

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Director Pedro Almodóvar has revealed when his queer western with Pedro Pascal and Ethan Hawke will premiere. Back in June, the acclaimed director announced that he was working on a 30-minute short film titled Strang Way of Life. Described as his “answer to Brokeback Mountain,” the director also revealed that Pascal would be playing a gunslinger named Silva, with Hawke stepping into the role of a Sherrif named Jake. “One of them travels through the desert to find the other. There will be a showdown between them, but really the…

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12 romantic films all gay, bisexual and queer men should watch

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        The post 12 romantic films all gay, bisexual and queer men should watch appeared first on GAY TIMES. Go to Source Author: Sam Damshenas

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Josh Hartnett says he “regrets” not taking Brokeback Mountain role

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Josh Hartnett opens up about why he didn’t take the lead role in the LGBTQ+ classic Brokeback Mountain. Since its debut in 2005, Brokeback Mountain has been praised as one of the best LGBTQ+ films of all time. Many of the film’s critics have also lauded the heartbreaking performances of Jake Gyllenhaal and the late Heath Ledger. But the iconic Ang Lee-directed film almost featured Josh Hartnett and Joaquin Phoenix in the lead roles. In an interview with news.com.au, the Penny Dreadful actor gave insight into why he had to…

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