Im Jahre 1963 treffen sie sich das erste Mal: die beiden Cowboys Ennis del Mar und Jack Twist. Auf einer Farm in Wyoming werden sie gemeinsam für den Besitzer dessen Schafe hüten. Einen Sommer lang, Tag für Tag, werden sie zusammen auf die Herde aufpassen und sich besser kennen lernen. Bald jedoch bemerken sie, dass sie mehr als die Tiere verbindet, denn sie verlieben sich ineinander. Doch ebenso schnell realisieren sie, dass ihre Liebe von niemandem akzeptiert würde und sie diese unter Verschluss halten müssten. Am Ende des Sommers werden alle Gedanken zerschlagen, da sich ihre Wege wieder trennen und sie versuchen müssen, ein Leben ohne den anderen zu führen. Beide heiraten, Jack die lebenslustige Lureen und Ennis Alma, woraufhin alles vergessen scheint. Erst Jahre später, immer noch nicht voneinander losgekommen, sehen sie sich wieder...
Gesamte Besetzung von Brokeback Mountain
Jake Gyllenhaal
Jack Twist
Jake Gyllenhaal's portrayal of Jack Twist in Ang Lee's "Brokeback Mountain" is a profound embodiment of complexity and vulnerability, showcasing the actor's remarkable range and depth. As Jack, Gyllenhaal brings to life a character that is both rugged and tender, embodying the internal struggle of a man living in a time and place where his love is deemed taboo. His performance is marked by a palpable chemistry with co-star Heath Ledger, which fuels the film's heart-wrenching narrative. Gyllenhaal's Jack is vibrant and passionate, yet haunted by the constraints of societal norms, and the actor navigates this emotional landscape with a nuanced balance of bravado and fragility. His ability to convey the character's longing, pain, and joy with subtlety and authenticity anchors the film's exploration of forbidden love and the human condition, earning him critical acclaim and cementing his role as one of the defining performances of his career.
Anne Hathaway
Lureen Newsome
Anne Hathaway delivered a compelling performance as Lureen Newsome in the critically acclaimed film "Brokeback Mountain" (2005), directed by Ang Lee. While her screen time was limited, Hathaway's portrayal of the complex and headstrong rodeo queen-turned-businesswoman was both memorable and impactful. Lureen is a woman caught in the emotional crossfire of a marriage that is not what it seems; her husband, Jack Twist (Jake Gyllenhaal), harbors a deep and enduring love for another man, Ennis Del Mar (Heath Ledger). Hathaway adeptly navigated the nuances of Lureen's character, showcasing her resilience and the subtle hints of her internal struggle to maintain appearances and keep her family together in the face of her husband's hidden affairs. Her performance was a blend of toughness and vulnerability, capturing the essence of a woman who is both a product of her time and a silent witness to a love that defies societal norms. Hathaway's ability to convey Lureen's quiet anguish and her pragmatic approach to life's complexities added depth to the film's exploration of love, loss, and the human condition, earning her widespread praise for her supporting role.
Linda Cardellini
Cassie Cartwright
Linda Cardellini delivered a poignant and understated performance as Cassie Cartwright in Ang Lee's critically acclaimed film "Brokeback Mountain." As the long-suffering wife of Ennis Del Mar (Heath Ledger), Cardellini adeptly conveys the complex emotions of a woman grappling with the slow unraveling of her marriage, catalyzed by her husband's secret romantic relationship with Jack Twist (Jake Gyllenhaal). Cassie's journey from a hopeful young bride to a woman burdened by the silent sorrow of unfulfilled love and the weight of her husband's internalized turmoil is portrayed with a subtle blend of strength and vulnerability. Cardellini's performance is notable for its restraint; she manages to imbue Cassie with a quiet dignity, even as her character endures the heartache of emotional neglect and the stifling constraints of societal norms. Her scenes, though limited, are emotionally resonant, providing a counterpoint to the central narrative and underscoring the film's exploration of love, loss, and the human condition. Cardellini's nuanced portrayal ensures that Cassie is not just a footnote in the tragic love story of Ennis and Jack but a fully realized character whose own story of love and sacrifice lingers in the minds of the audience.
David Harbour
Randall Malone
David Kenneth Harbour (* 10. April 1975 in New York) ist ein US-amerikanischer Schauspieler. Harbour trat erstmals...
