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My feeling is that it was not a matter of whether you could accept the subject matter or not. I think it's a matter of, whether or not you accept the social message behind Brokeback Mountain, it was a boring movie.

I know, I know... That's why no one wanted to answer. No one wants to be next. :)

Good point. Things to Do in Denver When You're Dead.

Line of the night: Martin Scorcese: zero Oscars. Three-6 Mafia: one.

Catch him in Red Dragon as Freddy Lounds. One of the best things about that movie. Also was in Boogie Nights, Happiness, Almost Famous, The Talented Mr. Ripley and Patch Adams. Excellent actor.

The Oscar was just announced a few mintues ago. I am SO FRIGGIN HAPPY right now. Earlier on this thread, I said it probably wouldn't win, but it deserved a nomination. At the time I did not know what the competition would be. Once I knew the competition, I was with Crash all the way. This was such an upset, I actually feel as if I won the award.

It's down to director and picture, I think. I see Brokeback won best original score a little while ago. Okay, best director time. Ang Lee, Brokeback Mountain. Dang. He's thanking the fictional characters of the movie. Ugh. Best pic: here we go... Jack Nicholson presenting? What a riot. And the winner is... Crash!!!!!!!! YES!!!

Hey, I didn't come in until a few minutes ago, but since I'm here and it's on... Adapted Screenplay: Brokeback Mountain wins it. Larry McMurtry is wearing jeans. Cool. Original Screenplay: Crash. It's war.

Philip Seymour Hoffman just won best actor. Expected, and well-deserved. Is it my imagination, or is Brokeback Mountain getting shut out thus far? Best Actress: Reese Witherspoon! A surprise winner! Didn't see any of the movies.

Ditto.

Now THAT's an ebay item. Bravo. I hope it sells.

Uh, yeah, Rent was the answer.

Silence of the Lambs and Forrest Gump bucked that trend. But yes, early releases usually don't get Best Pitcure Oscars.

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"No, I'm through with everything here. I want peace. I want to see if somewhere there isn't something left in life of charm and grace. Do you know what I'm talking about?" "No! I only know that I love you." "That's your misfortune." === "I've always thought a good lashing with a buggy whip would benefit you immensely." This should be ridiculously easy, but if there's any trouble with it (I'll die of shock) and then post the easiest clue of all.

I don't see any sweeping going on, and I'm hoping Crash upsets Brokeback Mountain for Best Picture.

Okay, not only did it get a Best Picture nomination (hooray!) but it's got a good shot at dislodging Brokeback Mountain for the prize. I hope so. It's a much better movie.

Pacifists aren't regular customers... not if you're selling arms. Which would make this Lord of War.

millieandleroy I almost forgot... Welcome to the Cafe! Nicholson in As Good As It Gets "You make me want to be a better man."

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I'm a fun guy I'm a fungi Get it?

There's a shock.

You mean like taking the "thus saith the lord" comments out of the context of where they appear might alter the true meaning? Is that what you mean?

I was taught error by Victor Paul Wierwille, too. So what does that make me? Nothing! I do not define myself in terms of my thoughts, feelings or beliefs concerning Victor Paul Wierwille.

No, Mike. I assume that if element 3 is not stated, it's implied. I don't force element 3 in there when it's not there, and in many cases explained and explored by Wierwille, element 3 is not there, stated or unstated. Does it hurt to contort yourself into such self-delusion, Mike?