Beyond Men and Masculinity

Beyond Men and Masculinity

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Status

Released

Release Date

Oct 29, 2020

Runtime

0h 56m

Genres

Documentary

User Score

85%

Original Title

Beyond Men and Masculinity

Production Companies

Sideways Film

Director

Alex Gabbay

Description

This is not a film about men versus women. Beyond Men and Masculinity explores how men see themselves, how they relate to the people they say they care about and how the personal impacts the political. What happens when men are taught to disconnect from their feelings in the name of being strong and independent? What is the link between shame and male violence?
Why do we find it hard to value kindness and compassion in men? And what role do women play in defining what is expected from men and masculinity? A discussion of these sometimes uncomfortable questions is now more crucial than ever. From the therapy room to the political battlefield, this provocative film offers a clear insight into why we must look beyond traditional definitions of men and masculinity.