I happend to stumble upon and rent this
fantastic movie about a week ago. I didn't watch the trailer. I only knew what I knew from the DVD box. I am still
haunted by it.
From the first scenes I was
captivated! This takes place in
rural Colorado, and the
scenery is breathtaking. The beginning of the movie focuses on a lonely farmer. You are taken into his daily world and you feel like you are there with him. If anything, you must rent this for the
scenery.
The story line builds to a
shocking conclusion. I won't give anything away, that would spoil it. But I will say that one of the themes is "how come Cowboys don't cry"? Sound familiar?
There are many parallels to
Brokeback Mountain. On IMDB's page,
BBM is even recommended that "if you like Broken Fences, try... BBM.
I am definitely buying this movie for my collection.
This is a must-see for any Brokie!Official site and trailer:
http://www.brokenfences.org/Plot outline:A rancher named Jim is startled when he picks up the phone and hears the voice of his estranged son, Dylan, on the line. After hearing Dylan's sob story Jim reluctantly lets his son back into his life, but it's not long before tensions begin to rise between them.
Review from an IMDB user:
This film is a beautifully shot and acted drama. Set in the Colorado mountains, it is a powerful piece with exceptional acting by Jan Van Sickle. The story grabs you from the beginning to it's shocking conclusion. Breathtaking cinematography. Highly recommended! The story involved a rancher named Joe who let's his recently paroled son, Dillon, moved back in with him. Dillon seems to have turned his life around, which is good news to his dad who has just started a relationship with the local convenience store owner, Kim (excellently played by Earla Stewart). As the story unfolds, we learn that Dillon's bad luck seems to have followed him home. Dillon is played by Ryan J. Parker in a star making turn. Mr. Parker displays moments of sheer brilliance as his character faces unbearable choices. The film is currently making it's rounds in the film festival circuit, winning multiple awards along the way. Try to see it!
