Overview

• Michelle Williams questioned the legacy of 'Crash,' which won Best Picture at the 2006 Oscars over the widely acclaimed 'Brokeback Mountain.'
• Appearing on 'Watch What Happens Live,' Williams reflected on the emotional resonance of 'Brokeback Mountain,' recalling how the film deeply moved audiences during its release.
• The 2006 Oscars decision remains contentious, with many attributing 'Brokeback Mountain's' loss to biases against its LGBTQ+ themes, as noted by director Ang Lee in past interviews.
• Paul Haggis, director of 'Crash,' acknowledged in 2015 that his film was not the best of the year, adding to the ongoing scrutiny of its Best Picture win.
• Williams' remarks have reignited discussions about representation in Hollywood and the contrasting cultural legacies of the two films.