It was big because it was controversial for 2 reasons: First, it had the flashing scene. Second, Stone's character was bisexual and the gay lobby had a fit.
7 posted on 04/02/2006 11:02:53 PM PDT by AmishDude
(AmishDude, servant of the dark lord Xenu.)
I'd add that the twisted critiques loved it for it's "exotic" impression.
10 posted on 04/02/2006 11:14:50 PM PDT by DoughtyOne
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