Hey there, fellow movie enthusiasts! I’m on the hunt for films that portray positive masculinity. We often see movies with traditional, stereotypical portrayals of masculinity, but I believe there’s a world of cinema out there that can challenge these norms and offer a fresh perspective.

So, I’m turning to you, the experts of Lemmy, to help me discover hidden gems and well-known classics that showcase men in a positive light, breaking free from the clichés. Positive masculinity can encompass a wide range of qualities such as empathy, vulnerability, strength in character, and emotional intelligence. I’m interested in any genre – from drama and comedy to action and sci-fi – as long as the films make us question what it means to be a man.

Let’s curate a list of films that define positive masculinity in cinema.

  • barberousse@lemmy.caOP
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    9 months ago

    I can start with two exemples:

    “Dead Poets Society” (1989)

    Robin Williams inspires a group of students to embrace their individuality and challenge societal expectations.

    Good Will Hunting" (1997)

    Matt Damon’s character, Will Hunting, learns to open up emotionally and seek help, displaying positive growth.

  • hemko@lemmy.dbzer0.comEnglish
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    9 months ago

    Lord of the Rings trilogy.
    There’s so much to it, the relationship between Frodo and Sam, Gimli and Legolas, the kindness and openness of Aragorn, the everlasting joyfulness of Merry and Pippin, Boromir who stood by his brother and Faramir who saw the good in people.

    There’s so much to love in lotr