Gay and Lesbian Alliance names its nominees · 2009-01-28 18:57
"Milk", directed by Gus Van Sant, was among five movies nominated by the Gay and Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation (GLAAD) for outstanding wide-release film in its annual media awards.
The organization, which said its awards seek to recognize "fair, accurate and inclusive representations of the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender community," also named "Vicky Cristina Barcelona," "Brideshead Revisited," "Nick & Norah's Infinite Playlist" and "RocknRolla" in this category.
Among TV series, "Brothers & Sisters," "The L Word," "South of Nowhere," "Torchwood" and "True Blood" were nominated for outstanding drama, and "Desperate Housewives," "Greek," "Reaper," "Skins" and "Ugly Betty" were nominated for comedy, New York Times reports.
GLAAD announced that Tyra Banks will receive the Excellence in Media Award and Suze Orman will draw the Vito Russo Award.
The Alliance also recognizes comicbooks, advertising and journalism, Variety informs.
Winners are to be honored at events in New York, Los Angeles and San Francisco in the spring.
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