The reviews have started rolling in for Oliver Hermanus’ The History Of Sound: “A Brokeback for today” , “ Brokeback Lite” (World Of Reel), “ Brokeback Mountain on Sed

In this period drama, premiering at Cannes, two of Hollywood's buzziest male actors play lovers making music together – but the film could do with far more passion and urgency.

In Oliver Hermanus' drama, two music students form a profound attachment in early 20th century New England, reuniting years later to travel the Maine backwoods collecting traditional folk songs.