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Josh Hartnett says he “regrets” not taking Brokeback Mountain role

Josh Hartnett opens up about why he didn’t take the lead role in the LGBTQ+ classic Brokeback Mountain. Since its debut in 2005, Brokeback Mountain has been praised as one of the best LGBTQ+ films of all time. Many of the film’s critics have also lauded the heartbreaking performances of Jake Gyllenhaal and the late Heath Ledger. But the iconic Ang Lee-directed film almost featured Josh Hartnett and Joaquin Phoenix in the lead roles. In an interview with news.com.au, the Penny Dreadful actor gave insight into why he had to…

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