The Butch Factor

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

Jun 20 2009 Not Rated 1h 28m
Documentary

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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Plot

Documentarian Christopher Hines illustrates the varying degrees of masculinity in contemporary gay male culture by posing specific questions, and studying the variety of lifestyles of the gay community. The film offers an alternative and new look at masculinity and homosexuality as interpreted by the members of the gay community. There are interviews with rugby players, rodeo riders, writers, teachers, historians, and psychologists, who draw a rich portrait of masculinity and how gay men see themselves and others.

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Directed by

Christopher Hines

Cast

Christopher Hines, Jason Hefley, H.T. Bennett

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Production Countries

United States of America

Production Companies

Rogue Culture Productions

Languages

English

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Trailers
The Butch Factor - trailer
Scores
# of Votes
259
Average Rating
6.1 out of 10
Metascore
NA
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