The Butch Factor (2009)

06/19/2009 (US) • 1h 16m

Documentary

What does mean to be gay and be a man? There's no straight answer for sure.

Overview

What does mean to be gay and be a man? There's no straight answer for sure. From the Castro culture of the 1970s to today’s Bears and gym rats, this fascinating investigation of gay men and sexuality blows the lid off old stereotypes and showcases a battalion of interviewees including muscle men, rodeo riders, rugby players and cops. The men speak candidly on topics from homophobia to metrosexuality to embracing effeminacy as they reveal what it means to be a gay man in America today.

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Status

Released

Original Language

English

Budget

-

Revenue

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Keywords

lgbt

body image

masculinity

gay bears

gay theme

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