On this day (September 2) in 2005, Brokeback Mountain premiered at the Venice Film Festival. Starring Heath Ledger and Jake Gyllenhaal, the film told the story of two cowboys whose secret romance spans decades. The film went on to win three Oscars, including Best Director, and was a huge step for LGBTQ+ representation in mainstream cinema. #onthisday #brokebackmountain #venicefilmfestival #20thanniversary #lgbtqia