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Brokeback Mountain (2014): Cast & Plot

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Brokeback Mountain is a 2014 music film directed by Jérémie Cuvillier, starring Ethan Herschenfeld, Tom Randle and Jane Henschel. It runs 2 hours 10 minutes.

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Brokeback Mountain (2014) movie poster
Released
Runtime
2h 10m (130 min)
Genre
Music
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Brokeback Mountain About?

The premise of Brokeback Mountain without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.

A poignant and tragic romance unfolds over two decades when two men working as sheep herders on Brokeback Mountain develop a deep, secretive connection. Based on Annie Proulx’s short story and its acclaimed film adaptation, the opera explores the complexities of desire, societal expectations, and the lasting impact of unspoken feelings.

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Cast & crew

Brokeback Mountain Cast

Ethan Herschenfeld leads the cast, with Tom Randle and Jane Henschel. Directed by Jérémie Cuvillier; 16 actors are credited in all.

Plot

Brokeback Mountain Plot Summary

What happens in Brokeback Mountain from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 12 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

In Wyoming in 1963, the life of two cowboys becomes unexpectedly intertwined. Ennis Del Mar and Jack Twist are hired by rancher Joe Aguirre to herd his sheep across the high pastures of Brokeback Mountain for the summer. After a night of heavy drinking, Jack makes a pass at Ennis; though Ennis is initially reluctant, he eventually opens up and the two men share a sexual and emotional connection in the tent. What begins as a charged moment deepens into a bond that shapes the choices they make long after the season ends. Their friendship is marked by secrecy and a growing sense of burden, and a late-night brawl before they part hints at the toll of their feelings.

Full summary

The whole story of Brokeback Mountain, scene by scene

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How Well Do You Know Brokeback Mountain?

10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.

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Details

Brokeback Mountain Also Known As

Also known as “브로크백 마운틴 오페라”.

Also known as
  • 브로크백 마운틴 오페라

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FAQ

Brokeback Mountain FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of Brokeback Mountain, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Brokeback Mountain?

Brokeback Mountain runs 2 hours 10 minutes (130 minutes).

When was Brokeback Mountain released?

Brokeback Mountain was released on February 7, 2014.

Who directed Brokeback Mountain?

Brokeback Mountain was directed by Jérémie Cuvillier.

Who is in the cast of Brokeback Mountain?

Brokeback Mountain stars Ethan Herschenfeld, Tom Randle and Jane Henschel, among 16 credited actors.

Does Brokeback Mountain have a post-credit scene?

No. Brokeback Mountain has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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