The recent buzz and controversies surrounding *Emilia Perez* over its numerous Oscar nominations serves as a timely reminder that many films strive to gain attention, critical acclaim, and cult status by being “edgy.” Yet, few manage to achieve the repeates the “edginess” of *Midnight Cowboy*, the 1969 drama directed by John Schlesinger. Best known as the only film to win an Academy Award for Best Picture after rece…







