Featuring:
MEN-TAL
Dir. Miguel Gutierrez (UK)
Men-tal is a raw and powerful exploration of men’s mental health, told through the voices of nine men who share their deeply personal journeys. From moments of isolation, to finding strength in community, the film weaves their stories into a visual and emotional tapestry. Guided by their words, artist Neil Keating transforms their experiences into a striking artwork, bridging the gap between struggle and resilience.
Dark and Tender
Dir. Aaron Johnson (USA)
Built to interrupt the Black Brute archetype of the reconstruction era United States, this film traces the earnest, compelling paths black men take to reclaim caring closeness and recover tender, platonic touch.
Brotherhood.
Dir. Eléonore-Emmanuella Bilambo, Judah Eric Meade (UK)
A bold, genre-defying film inspired by the poem of the same name by Israel Oketade. Merging the emotional depth of poetry with the visual power of cinematography, the film offers an intimate exploration of vulnerability, community, and male connection. Weaving together elements of documentary, narrative, music video, and performance art, Brotherhood dismantles stereotypes of masculinity and invites viewers into a world where strength is found in openness, and identity is forged in togetherness.
Grey Area
Dir. Mo Swaleh (UK)
Follows the story of a young man who is pressured by his superior to commit murder. In the small moment he has to decide, time slows down as he travels through his memories of friends and family, informing the decision he must make.
The Untying
Dir. Meagan Noel Fulps (USA)
A surreal encounter helps a young man reshape his reality.
Highway To The Moon
Dir. Letitia Wright (UK)
A coming-of-age fantasy drama, that unravels the mysterious aftermath of young boys whose lives have been abruptly snatched away. Set in a fantasy world between heaven and Earth, the story delves into the themes of brotherhood, unity, and hope.
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