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Publisher
Men's Story Project
Pub. Date
[2009]
Language
English
Description
"Filmed at La Peña Cultural Center in Berkeley with a standing-room-only audience, this film shows the powerful debut presentation of the Men's Story Project - a new performance/dialogue project exploring social ideas about masculinity for the purpose of health and justice. Described by audience members as "groundbreaking, " "transformative, " "a gift" and "something that needs to keep happening, " this bold performance highlights a diverse group...
Publisher
Media Education Foundation
Pub. Date
2002.
Language
English
Description
Looks systematically at the relationship between the images of popular culture and the social construction of masculine identities in the U.S. at the end of the 20th century. Jackson Katz argues that there is a crisis in masculinity and that some of the guises offered to men as a solution (e.g., rugged individualism, violence) come loaded with attendant dangers to women, as well as other men.
Publisher
IronZeal Films
Pub. Date
[2007]
Language
English
Description
Connected by having a son or daughter who is gay, parents across the country discuss their experiences ... Individuals from such diverse or[i]gins as Japanese, Bolivian, and Cherokee; as well as religions such as Mormon, Catholic, Hindus and others share intimate accounts of how their children revealed that they're homosexual and discuss their responses. The parents also talk about struggling with the pain their sons and daughters have dealt with,...
Publisher
Media Education Foundation
Pub. Date
2013.
Language
English
Description
In this highly anticipated update of the influential and widely acclaimed Tough Guise, pioneering anti-violence educator and cultural theorist Jackson Katz argues that the ongoing epidemic of men's violence in America is rooted in our inability as a society to move beyond outmoded ideals of manhood. In a sweeping analysis that cuts across racial, ethnic, and class lines, Katz examines mass shootings, day-to-day gun violence, violence against women,...
Publisher
First Run Features
Pub. Date
[2004]
Language
Français
Description
Julien, an ornery butterfly collector, is adopted as a surrogate grandfather by eight-year-old Elsa, who moves into the next-door apartment with her often-absent mother. When Julien hikes into the Alps in search of the exotic and elusive "Isabella" butterfly, he finds that Elsa has come along as an uninvited companion.
10) Strongman
Publisher
Passion River Productions
Pub. Date
2013.
Language
English
Description
A modern cinema-verite classic, Strongman follows the hopes and heartbreaking humanity of professional strongman Stainless Steel, the only person in the world who can bend a penny with his fingers as he attempts to reshape his world with his mighty grasp.
Publisher
Distributed by Acorn Media
Pub. Date
[2007]
Language
English
Description
Red is at his most inventive, making a heart pacemaker out of a digital clock and trying to run the lodge electrical system from a car cigarette lighter, just to name a couple dismal failures. This is the year that Red runs for mayor and Harold runs off to college. Join Red, Harold, and all the guys at Possum Lodge for a year's worth of doing what men do when women aren't around.
Publisher
Pride
Pub. Date
[2019]
Language
English
Description
A tribute to Freddie Mercury, almost 30 years after his tragic death. Featuring contributions from his closest friends and colleagues plus fellow musicians and the finest critics, writers and broadcasters, this film also boasts extensive archive footage, interviews and news reports from the man himself and with the group which he so expertly co-created.
Publisher
Acorn Media
Pub. Date
[2008]
Language
English
Description
When Red's nephew, Harold, returns to be Possum Lake's new head of public relations, Red doesn't know if his life has gotten harder or easier. Mike tries to be a daredevil, Ranger Gord goes on strike, and Harold accidentally rents out the lodge to nudists. Red comes up with even crazier contraptions, including a castle car and lawn-mower coffeemaker.
14) Conversion
Publisher
Gravitas Ventures
Pub. Date
[2022]
Language
English
Appears on list
Description
A psychologist practicing conversion therapy has a chance encounter with a young gay activist, resulting in a change of heart.
15) Making the boys
Publisher
First Run Features
Pub. Date
[2011]
Language
English
Description
"Explores the drama, struggle, and enduring legacy of the first-ever gay play and subsequent Hollywood movie to successfully reach a mainstream audience. The boys in the band sparked heated controversy that still exists four decades later. Featuring anecdotes from the surviving cast and filmmakers"--Container.
Publisher
Sony Pictures Home Entertainment
Pub. Date
[2010]
Language
English
Description
The Monty Python troupe reunites onstage for a one-night-only performance of a musical adaptation of their film Life of Brian which tells the story of Brian Cohen, a young Jewish man who is born on the same day as, and next door to, Jesus Christ, and is subsequently mistaken for the Messiah.
Series
Publisher
Paramount Pictures
Pub. Date
2005.
Language
English
Description
Fearless, cutting-edge comedy is in the house as the next generation of raw, risk-taking comedians take the stage. Follows in the footsteps of the Old School comic masters and showcases today's most untamed, untapped talent as tomorrow's comedy legends throwing down today's baddest and boldest material.
Publisher
Not Supplied
Pub. Date
2013
Language
English
Description
Not enough time in the day to train 'The Biggest Loser' way? Wrong! Whether just beginning or ready to take the fitness up a notch, this six-week program provides three pound-shedding workouts designed to beat the bulge one intensity level at a time. These eight-minute, high-intensity workouts combine the elements needed to maximize calorie burn for a fast, body-blasting workout sure to shed inches while sculpting abs, butt, arms and legs.
Author
Publisher
Icarus Films
Pub. Date
2014.
Language
English
Description
"This verite documentary takes us on a year-long ride with an itinerant troupe of cross-dressing performers led by Bich Phung, as they travel the remote southern regions and central highlands of Vietnam. From change rooms, to on-stage performances, to time spent in tour buses, filmmaker Tham Nguyen Thi develops a remarkable rapport with the performers. They share their fears, expose their vulnerabilities, and talk about the challenges of being gay...