Paul Mescal dismisses ‘Brokeback Mountain’ comparisons at Cannes premiere of ‘The History of Sound’

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Paul Mescal rejects comparisons between his new gay romance film, "The History of Sound," and "Brokeback Mountain." Premiering at Cannes, the film, directed by Oliver Hermanus, portrays the love story of two men during World War I. Mescal and Hermanus find the "Brokeback Mountain" analogy lazy, emphasizing the film's focus on the nuances of their relationship rather than the complexities of their sexuality. They believe more films exploring queer relationships are needed.