Hiya,
First, this review of Brokeback contains a spoiler right off the bat. Dauth
argues that the way the film operates, it tells the "story of enduring, yet
thwarted love (that societal oppression of queers and the subsequent
internalized homophobia are major contributors to this thwarting is
ignored). In this way, heterosexuals are free to watch Brokeback Mountain
and show their compassion for the plight of queers while at the same time
exulting in how lucky they are not to be gay. This potent combo of sympathy
outlet/privilege reinforcer has proven irresistible: Brokeback Mountain
cleaned up with the various critics' circles and stands to reap further
accolades as the awards season rolls on."
More at: http://www.november3rdclub.com/01-06/nonfiction/queer_romance.htm
K
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