Saturday, February 25, 2012

RE: [Peckers_Pics] Male/Gay Health-Discussion-PICS Hair Wars-Feb 25, 2012-Academy Awards 2012: Gay Reasons To Watch Oscars



The Oscars are fun. We always have a party or go to a party.
No, it's not brain surgery or saving the world, but lighten up - have fun wherever you can.
I love movies and usually haven't seen many of them, but it's fun to see clips of the movies and enjoy the spectacle.
Sometimes we've gone to parties that raise money for AIDS as well.

So, Jeffrey, lighten up.

To: Peckers_Pics@yahoogroups.com
From: jeffreyb4@bellsouth.net
Date: Fri, 24 Feb 2012 14:10:13 -0800
Subject: Re: [Peckers_Pics] Male/Gay Health-Discussion-PICS Hair Wars-Feb 25, 2012-Academy Awards 2012: Gay Reasons To Watch Oscars

 

Jake
I have to say I hate the oscars. I have not watched in over 30 years.  When I was an illustrator in NYC, I would always head to the Mineshaft on awards night.  My agent would always say you'll be the only one there.  Guess what those were the the best nights I can remember.  To me that Hollywood glam is crap.  Just my opinion.
Jeffrey in Detroit
I love men in leather, not on the red carpet


Moderator: It is OK, On Fridays I attempt to get a article on the arts,
entertainment, etc.... I figure just something to do for the weekend.
I do not always find something, or remember to do so, but I try.
I normally do not watch it, unless I have seen a bunch of the movies,
or plan to see some. In a way, it is away to get a idea of what may
be good to see. I did watch the Grammy awards and it was
awesome, sadly because of the death of Whitney. I believe the tribute was worth it. .....Jake

From: Jake West <jakewest_tn@yahoo.com>
To: Peckers_Pics@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Fri, February 24, 2012 3:28:51 PM
Subject: [Peckers_Pics] Male/Gay Health-Discussion-PICS Hair Wars-Feb 25, 2012-Academy Awards 2012: Gay Reasons To Watch Oscars

 

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Academy Awards 2012: Gay Reasons To Watch The Oscars
02/24/2012 - Huffington Post

The glamour! The A-list stars! The after parties!

These are just three of the many reasons the Academy Awards are often jokingly referred to as "the gay man's Super Bowl." Indeed, there are few annual events we look forward to as much as Oscar night, though many of us confess to watching as diligently for the haute couture as we do for the awards themselves.

Though the Academy has a history of honoring actors' portrayals of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) characters (from Hilary Swank in "Boys Don't Cry" to Charlize Theron in "Monster" to Sean Penn in "Milk") the 2012 line-up could be the most gay-friendly yet. Not only is Christopher Plummer up for Best Supporting Actor for his portrayal of an elderly gay man battling terminal cancer in "Beginners," but Hollywood hunks George Clooney (nominated for "The Descendants") and Brad Pitt (for "Moneyball") have been profusely outspoken in their support of marriage equality. And let's not forget Glenn Close's spellbinding turn as a woman living as a man in 19th century Ireland in "Albert Nobbs."

As for parties, we'd love to snag an invite to one of two rivaling bashes hosted by gay icons (and, it seems, arch enemies) Elton John and Madonna.

Check out 12 great gay reasons to tune in this year below:

1.  George Clooney For 'The Descendants'
As if seeing our favorite Sexiest Man Alive stroll the red carpet in a tuxedo wasn't enough, Clooney has been profoundly outspoken in his support of marriage equality in recent months, as seen in this clip backstage at the Golden Globes in January.
http://youtu.be/cZj1i6V0uaQ

2.  Christopher Plummer For 'Beginners'
He may have won our hearts as Captain von Trapp in "The Sound of Music," but Plummer's performance as an elderly gay man who comes out of the closet just before being diagnosed with terminal cancer is truly revelatory.
http://youtu.be/DFM3AE64bgw

3.  Glenn Close For 'Albert Nobbs'
Close is nominated for her role in "Albert Nobbs," a woman living as a man in order to find work in the harsh environment of 19th-century Ireland. A hotel waiter, Nobbs later falls in love with a maid (Mia Wasikowska) in the spellbinding film.
http://youtu.be/ini59bYhaUY

4.  Brad Pitt For 'Moneyball'
Having previously vowed not to marry Angelina Jolie until same-sex couples can wed nationwide, Pitt, who is nominated for Best Actor for "Moneyball," has been continually outspoken in his support for marriage equality. "We live in this great country that is defined by our freedoms and equality and yet we allow this discrimination to go on every day," he told Ellen DeGeneres. "That's not what we're about. That's not what makes us so great."
http://youtu.be/OGwOy3562lE

5.  Rooney Mara In 'The Girl With The Dragon Tattoo'
Rooney Mara is nominated for her take on Lisbeth Salander, the openly bisexual protagonist in the first installment of Stieg Larsson's thrilling trilogy.
http://youtu.be/WVLvMg62RPA

6.  Billy Crystal As Host
Best known for comedies like "City Slickers" and "When Harry Met Sally," Crystal may not immediately come to mind in terms of garnering LGBT appeal for a Hollywood awards ceremony. However, one of the 63-year-old funnyman's first roles was that of Jodie Dallas, an unambiguously gay character, on the TV series "Soap," from 1977-1981.

7.  Brett Ratner's New GLAAD Collaboration
He may have rightfully stepped down from his role as Oscar co-producer after his infamous "fag" gaffe this past fall, but Ratner (right) seems to be taking steps in the right direction with his latest project, which will pair the "Tower Heist" director with the Gay and Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation (GLAAD) for a new video series on equality.

8.  Elton John's Oscars Party
Wish we could score an invite to Elton John's exclusive annual bash, which has a guest list that's exclusively A-list.

9.  Madonna's Oscar Party
Her directorial feature "W.E." may have received tepid reviews, but that hasn't stopped the Material Girl from hosting an Oscar bash at her manager Guy Oseary's home, which will reportedly draw the likes of Britney Spears, Jennifer Lopez, Angelina Jolie, Brad Pitt and ex-husband Sean Penn.

10.  Daniel Radcliffe's LGBT Youth Support
Though we agree with Radcliffe that it's "disheartening" the Academy overlooked "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2," the iconic series' final installment, for any major awards, just knowing one of our favorite straight allies is likely to be walking the red carpet is enough for us to tune in.
http://youtu.be/VK35_XwVyn8

11.  Joan Rivers' Fashion Commentary
We can always look forward to Joan and Melissa's insightful analysis of celebrity fashion and the procession itself on TV.

12.  Leo Buys Dorothy's Ruby Slippers
Clearly showing no ill will at having not been nominated for his role in "J. Edgar," Leonardo DiCaprio is the primary benefactor is helping the Academy to acquire one of four pairs of slippers worn by Judy Garland in "The Wizard of Oz" for a yet-to-be-completed Academy museum, according to the Hollywood Reporter.

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/02/23/academy-awards-2012-gay-reasons-to-watch-_n_1297955.html#s719310&title=Leo_Buys_Dorothys
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