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    Interesting, didn't know these details about Brokeback mountain. But then I'd say the lesbian version of it is Blue is the warmest colour. Although the original comic book is written by a les/bi woman, the movie is made by a man and was heavily criticised for the male gaze and perspective by the wlw community. And the sex scenes were sort of soft porn.

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      Well, hetero men see two pretty women have sex = hetero men like. Furthermore, it presented a deeply dysfunctioning lesbian relationship AND one of the women cheating with a man. So while it is difficult, I can see how someone can be homophobic but enjoy the movie.

      With years passing by and seeing some scenes again, I don't think it was all that bad actually. There are some good scenes, probably original conversations from the comic book. Besides, the actresses are good. I found it almost intolerable the first time and by now, I might even like it. (if you cut off the soft porn from the movie)

      The director is quite famous and well liked in France so I guess the comic book author felt flattered and confident he will be able to pull it off. And he sorta did in a way. The movie was a success.