Jake Gyllenhaal is a refreshingly honest actor. He often gives some of the most intriguing interviews in the industry and never shies away from discussing the most profound aspects of life and work. After playing a memorable character in the film Brokeback Mountain, the actor once revealed that he was never attracted to fellow males. However, he admitted that he wouldn’t be afraid if such an attraction would ever knock on his door.
Such a frank admission on the part of the Hollywood star reflects his honest personality. He has done extraordinary work in the industry and has legions of fans worldwide who admire his rich filmography, which contains movies of almost all genres. A classy gentleman, he has always given his best for every project he’s involved with, and his R-rated drama Brokeback Mountain is considered one of the most memorable films of his thriving career.
Jake Gyllenhaal Makes Startling Comments After Working in an R-Rated Movie with Heath Ledger
Jake Gyllenhaal is one of the most successful actors in Hollywood. He has collaborated with many highly acclaimed directors in the film industry on their commercially successful projects, which have helped him showcase his skills. Gyllenhaal has played many intriguing, challenging, and complex roles, proving his versatility as an artist.
In 2005, the actor appeared in the American neo-Western romantic drama film Brokeback Mountain, in which he played the role of Jack Twist opposite late actor Heath Ledger, who depicted the character of Ennis Del Mar. As reported by Empire Online, the actor once revealed that he was flattered by the rumors that claimed “he’s bisexual” after sharing intimate scenes with his co-star Ledger in the flick.
However, the 42-year-old star clearly stated that he never felt any attraction towards men, noting he wouldn’t be afraid if it happened. As per Empire Online, he said,
“You know it’s flattering when there’s a rumor that says I’m bisexual, It means I can play more kinds of roles. I’m open to whatever people want to call me. I’ve never really been attracted to men s**ually, but I don’t think I would be afraid of it if it happened.”
Jake Gyllenhaal claimed he’s not afraid of being s**ually attracted to men. Despite the rumors, which the actor said he was flattered to learn, he and Ledger delivered a power-packed performance in the flick and earned critical acclaim.
Jake Gyllenhaal Shares His Experience Working in Movie Brokeback Mountain
In an interview with Vanity Fair, Jake Gyllenhaal opened up about his experience working in his award-winning film Brokeback Mountain. The actor shared that he enjoyed working on this project, saying,
“There’s so much to say about this movie. There’s even more for me to say about my experience of it. There’s even more for me to say about the reaction to it and what it meant, and what happens when you realize, as a performer in particular, that something has nothing to do with you… the power beyond anything that you think you have control over or part of goes out into the world, it becomes everyone else’s. And so, you have a short time with it, and that’s my job and my honor to do, and then it is everyone else’s, and it is no longer mine. And there is no film that I’ve ever done that has shown that to me more than Brokeback Mountain.”
Ang Lee-directed film has had a stellar cast ensemble featuring Heath Ledger, Jake Gyllenhaal, Michelle Williams, Anne Hathaway, Randy Quaid, Linda Cardellini, Anna Faris, and David Harbour. The film received positive reviews from the audience and critics alike and grossed $178 million at the global box office.
Brokeback Mountain is available for streaming on Netflix.
Source: Vanity Fair, Empire Online
