"HIM" Stars Ignite Debate: Redefining Masculinity in Modern Cinema

London, UK – Actors Julia Fox, Tyriq Withers, and Marlon Wayans recently engaged in a candid discussion regarding the portrayal and understanding of masculinity within their new film, "HIM." The conversation, hosted by BAFTA, explored the complexities of modern male identity and societal expectations. Marlon Wayans initiated the dialogue by stating, "I think the youth needs to hear what real men are. To me, a real man is a responsible man." He further elaborated that a "real man is in touch with his feminine side" and "knows how to unstrap from his ego." Julia Fox, however, challenged this perspective, remarking, "Every time a man does some f***ed shit, they'll be like, 'That's not a real man.' And it's like, 'Looks like a man to me.'" She suggested that the "real man thing is just a thing that people invented to like excuse bad behavior." Tyriq Withers contributed to the discussion by highlighting the "false narrative of what real men do," linking it to "privilege and masculinity." He emphasized the importance of films in "exploring that" because "we're raising these young boys to be men, and we can go that extra step to educate, boys. And on that journey of how to, you know, tap into the femininity, the vulnerability, that way we can further protect women." The actors collectively underscored the film's intent to provoke meaningful conversations about evolving gender roles and the impact of societal constructs on young men.

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