In 2006, gay lead roles seemed to disappear from the major studios' big screen productions, but there were still plenty of gay characters in mainstream movies. Watch to find out which ones were the panel's favorites.

The competition for Best Actress is pretty stiff this year with veteran Oscar-winners Meryl Streep and Dame Judi in the running. No doubt, Helen Mirren, Penelope Cruz and Kate Winslet will put up a good fight. See who our hosts think deserves the prize!

2006 brought us a slew of gay indie films including Shortbus, Imagine Me & You, Another Gay Movie and Loving Annabelle. See what our panel of gay and lesbian movie buffs thought about them.

Big hair, big voices and big hype! Our hosts discuss why Dreamgirls appeals so much to the LGBT community - from the wigs and costumes to the musical numbers - and why director Bill Condon wasn't recognized with a nomination.

Is it still a brave feat for a straight actor or actress to play a gay character? Or is it a guaranteed Oscar nod? The panel talks about how the tide has changed when it comes to playing gay.

Just because you're playing a supporting role doesn't mean you can't steal the show! And that's just what these talented actors proved in 2006. Our hosts talk about these memorable performances and who will take home a statuette.

Who was overlooked by the Academy this year? Which films should have gotten a Best Picture nod? See who our hosts think was snubbed big-time when the Oscar noms were announced earlier this year.

Get your Oscar trivia here! Watch as our hosts discuss how the Oscars got their start, which past winners they weren't so happy about, and who's reppin' for the gays at this year's event.