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A Many Splendored Thing Film Series “Brokeback Mountain” (2005)

Published: February 13, 2026; Aithor: Julia Sonrisa

When: February 17, 2026
Where: Ottendorfer Library

Address: 135 Second Avenue New York, NY 10003

Phone: +1 212-674-0947

Join us for a special free screening of Brokeback Mountain (2005), directed by Ang Lee and starring Heath Ledger and Jake Gyllenhaal. This Academy Award—winning drama tells the unforgettable story of two young men who meet while herding sheep on a remote Wyoming mountain in the summer of 1963. What begins as a seasonal job quietly evolves into a profound, complicated bond that challenges the expectations of family, identity, and the American West.

Set against sweeping landscapes and intimate silences, the film explores love, restraint, and the cost of living a life divided between duty and desire. With its restrained performances and emotional depth, Brokeback Mountain remains one of the most influential films of the 21st century. Don’t miss this opportunity to experience a modern classic on the big screen — free and open to the public in New York City.

Time: 4:45-7:00 pm EST

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