The Masculine Mystique
1984 · 87 min · ★ 7.0 · Documentary, Drama
This feature-length drama explores the changing role of men in today's society by delving into the stories of 4 men and their relationships with women.
Directed by Giles Walker · Written by John N. Smith
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Cast
- C Char Davies Amurie
- S Stefan Wodoslawsky Blue
- M Macklusky Self
- S Sam Grana Alex
- E Eleanor MacKinnon Shelley
- F Felice Grana Felice
- S Stefanie Grana Stefanie
- M Mort Ransen Mort
- A Annebet Zwartsenberg Bet
- C Chaya Ransen Chaya
- Y Yoshi Ransen Yoshi
- J Joshua Ransen Josh
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