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Brokeback Mountain Review (2005) — 83% Celluloid Score

Directed by Ang Lee · 2005 ·

Short answer

Is Brokeback Mountain worth watching?

Yes. Brokeback Mountain (2005) earns an 83% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Critics and audiences are closely aligned on this one. See the 4 inputs.

83%
Celluloid Score Recommended

4-input transparent breakdown

88% Editorial Rating
82% Audience snapshot · excluded
87 Metascore
★★★½☆ Letterboxd 3.9
7.7 IMDb /10
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Released
Runtime
2h 14m
Age rating
R (US) · 15 (UK) · M (Australia) · 14A (Canada) · 15 (South Korea)
Country
Canada
Language
English

Also known as ब्रोकबैक माउंटेन Secreto en la Montaña Brokeback Mountain (En terreno vedado) Le Secret de Brokeback Mountain O Segredo de Brokeback Mountain ブロークバック・マウンテン 브로크백 마운틴 断背山

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South Korea Wavve

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Why this score?

  • Celluloid's editorial rating is positive (88/100).
  • General viewers mostly liked it (82%).
  • Metascore signals universal acclaim (87/100).
  • Celluloid Score 83% combines 4 rating inputs; audience sentiment is shown separately. Consult the source notes for verification dates where recorded.

Best for

  • Viewers who want a well-regarded drama, romance pick

Not ideal for

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    Is Brokeback Mountain worth watching?

    Yes — Brokeback Mountain earns an 83% Celluloid Score. That puts it in our Recommended tier. It suits viewers who want a well-regarded drama, romance pick.

    Celluloid verdict

    Brokeback Mountain — Golden Lion at Venice 2005. A landmark festival winner on Celluloid.

    , Founder & Editor

    Critics and audiences are closely aligned on this one.

    What is Brokeback Mountain about?

    In 1960s Wyoming, two men develop a strong emotional and sexual relationship that endures as a lifelong connection complicating their lives as they get married and start families of their own.

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    Brokeback Mountain: frequently asked questions

    Is Brokeback Mountain worth watching?

    Yes. Brokeback Mountain (2005) has a Celluloid Score of 83%, averaged from the available Celluloid editorial, Metascore, Letterboxd and IMDb ratings. That puts it in our Recommended tier. Audience sentiment is shown separately and does not change the score.

    Where can I watch Brokeback Mountain?

    In the United States you can rent it from Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube. Elsewhere: Vi Movies & TV in India; U-NEXT in Japan; Wavve in South Korea. Availability changes; the where-to-watch table on this page is refreshed from TMDB.

    How long is Brokeback Mountain?

    Brokeback Mountain runs 2 hours 14 minutes (134 minutes).

    What is Brokeback Mountain rated?

    Brokeback Mountain is rated R in the United States, 15 in the UK, M in Australia, 14A in Canada and 15 in South Korea. These are the official classifications as recorded on TMDB; check your local classification board for content advice.

    Who stars in Brokeback Mountain?

    Brokeback Mountain is directed by Ang Lee and stars Heath Ledger, Jake Gyllenhaal, Michelle Williams, Anne Hathaway, Randy Quaid.

    What is the Metascore for Brokeback Mountain?

    Metacritic's Metascore for Brokeback Mountain is 87 out of 100. It is one of the inputs to the Celluloid Score.

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