There are few things that can immediately bring out the
fragility in a self-supposed alpha like daring to utter the phrase ‘toxic
masculinity’ in their presence. Bonus points if their rebuttal to the sheer idea of the concept involves some
combination of ‘beta’, ‘cuck’ and ‘soy’.
Even as someone who has discussed the topic in past reviews,
in particular my look at Only The Brave, I keep getting the feeling that
there’s far too many out there unable to see or even comprehend the distinct
between masculinity at its best and at its worst. For its best, the archetypal
protector and provider has his place and as tempered by genuine human empathy
and compassion, it remains a true showing of strength. For its worst… well,
let’s get into this film.
