Do you think the Cross and Dante conflict was somewhat like the dichotomy between Michael and Sonny in GF? In both cases, one is the cunning thinker and the other is the bloodthirsty hothead. From my reading, that dichotomy runs through many mythological stories.
Originally posted by Mr.MojoRisin:
But a good bunch of Hollywood actors are closet gays. And same with the women being sluts.
I doubt the percentage is that high, especially for the men, although I can't prove it. (I've come to the conclusion that I don't have gaydar.) I've noticed the phenomenon with music and sports as well--male celebrities who are adored by women are frequently accused of being gay. I think it's partly jealousy. I've seen it happen with actors like Tom Cruise, with groups like Duran Duran and the Backstreet Boys, and with sports stars like Jeff Garcia.
In any case, Puzo seemed to be playing to male readers' resentment of Hollywood. Nino seemed to be the readers' stand-in who expressed disgust at being treated like a male whore.
