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“Ang [Lee] gave us a lot of books about cowboys who had been gay or stories about it and all that stuff. And I just talked to a lot of my friends - who [was] their first, particularly same-sex, first situation. That was fascinating to me - trying to learn what that was in a certain period of time. Certain age. The secrecy involved in it. All those things.”

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Jake Gyllenhaal

Jake Gyllenhaal (born December 19, 1980) is an acclaimed American actor known for his versatile performances in both independent films and major blockbusters. Born into a film family in Los Angeles, with director father Stephen Gyllenhaal and screenwriter mother Naomi Foner, his sister Maggie Gyllenhaal is also a renowned actress. Gyllenhaal gained international recognition for his role in "Brokeback Mountain" (2005), earning an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actor. His notable works include "Source Code," "Nightcrawler," and "Spider-Man: Far From Home." Known for his dedication to craft and ability to transform for roles, he is considered one of the most talented actors of his generation. more

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