Content-wise, what makes ‘Moonlight’ special?” One reader asked: “Why is the post-victory narrative on ‘Moonlight’ mounted on symbols? LGBQT film, all-black cast film, cheapest film? Are these virtues? Still to come across a piece that talks of merit. Not only was it the first LGBT-themed film to win Best Picture - thanks to pioneers like “Philadelphia” (1993) and “Brokeback Mountain” (2005) - it was also the first all-black cast to helm a Best Picture winner, while Mahershala Ali became the first Muslim actor to earn an Academy Award.īut landmarks don’t make a Best Picture alone. WASHINGTON - Call it a lunar eclipse for the city of stars, as “Moonlight” overcame an Oscar envelope gaffe to upset “La La Land” as Best Picture.Īfter the chaos mercifully subsided, we began to see articles about the historic firsts symbolized by the win. J| WTOP's Jason Fraley breaks down 'Moonlight' ( Jason Fraley) Business & Finance Click to expand menu.
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