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The Butch Factor
“What does mean to be gay and be a man? There's no straight answer for sure.”
4.6 / 10• 2009• 1h 16m•NR• English
Documentary
Storyline
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.
Cast & Crew
JW
J. Wesley Adams
Himself (Wes Adams)
LeadDA
David Aguilar
Himself
HB
H.T. Bennett
Himself
JB
Jackson Bowman
Himself
EB
Ellen Brin
Herself
JB
Junior Buendia
Himself
BC
Brent Calderwood
Himself
VC
Vincent Calvarese
Himself
What People Are Saying
3.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Christopher Hines's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
3.0
“Every frame feels alive. The Butch Factor is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
