And why exactly did 'Brokeback' get snubbed? Here are a few theories.
New York Times: Los Angeles Retains Custody of Oscar
" 'Crash' was far more representative of the our industry, of where we work and live," said David Cohen, one among hundreds of Hollywood players joining in the festivities. " 'Brokeback' took on a fairly sacred Hollywood icon, the cowboy, and I don't think the older members of the academy wanted to see the image of the American cowboy diminished."
Stephen King, Entertainment Weekly: 'Let's Let It Go, Okay?'
"There's been a fair amount of talk about Brokeback being a breakthrough, but that's nonsense. A check of Brokeback parodies on Google should convince anyone with half a brain that the American pop culture is intent on passing this passionate, well-meant, and well-made movie like a kidney stone."
The Advocate: The Dark Side of 'Brokeback Mountain'
"While Brokeback has certainly exposed mainstream America to the emotional truth of gay romantic love, the torrent of media coverage surrounding the film reveals a deeply rooted repugnancy toward homosexuality."
Boston Globe: 'Hollywood Isn't Being Straight with the Gay Community'
"The crash you heard late Sunday night was not only Jack Nicholson announcing the best-picture Oscar winner. It was the sound of lots of closet doors slamming shut in a huff.''
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