The AFI awards are amongst the most insignificant in the film industry. If there were still "Cable Ace Awards" they would be more significant than AFI.
They are just trying to generate some controversy so they can get some publicity. Don't give it a second thought.
Religion, especially Christianity, makes these people feel "uncomfortable."
It's supposed to make them feel that way.
I never cared about these awards in the first place - this just reinforces my apathy in this area.
I think Mel doesn't give a shi*.