Both films won Oscars for best picture in their respective years. And they deserved them. Here is a perfect double-bill for your weekend pleasure.
'A Gentleman's Agreement'








The year was 2004. The competition was 'Brokeback Mountain'. The winner was 'Crash'. The reaction was amazing. Should 'Brokeback' have won because it was a gay themed, long, at times tedious and a generally boring though beautifully photographed gay-themed movie? Ridiculous! And I'm GAY! 'Crash' was and remains an important film that dealt with racial, social and culture issues.
The bountiful cast was superb. The revelation was Thandie Newton in the film's most difficult and emotionally revealing role. Matt Dillon as her foil yet eventual savior gave the performance of a lifetime.
Sandra Bullock, Jennifer Esposito, Ryan Phillippe, Terrence Howard and Chris 'Ludicris' Bridges also gave performances of a lifetime.
Then there is Don Cheadle who once again proved he remains one of our greatest living actors.
I give you 'Crash'.







The Brilliant Director Paul Haggis with the BRILLIANT Don Cheadle.

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