The Guardian reported that despite the island's strict homosexuality laws and
definition of gay sex as gross indecency, film fans over 21 will be able to
watch the highly acclaimed movie.
Some groups see this as a sign of loosening censorship in the country and a
part of Singapore's efforts to promote itself as an Asian centre for media,
culture and arts.
Granted, only over-21s will be able to watch it in cinemas and promotional
material will carry a consumer advisory saying "mature theme, sexual scenes",
but some are already hailing the move as a sign of loosening censorship in the
notoriously tightly controlled city state.
Brokeback Mountain is the favourite for Academy Award success next month with
eight nominations in all the major categories.
Homosexuals face a maximum of two years in prison for gay sex in Singapore.
The film has already been banned in China and Malaysia.
