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"When a man starts out to build a world, He starts first with himself"


- Freedom’s Plow by Langston Hughes


This insightful block of films invites men to tune into their inner sensitivity and embrace vulnerability. Through powerful narratives, these stories explore the importance of emotional expression and self-discovery, encouraging viewers to challenge traditional notions of masculinity and celebrate their authentic selves. This block is sure to make you dive deeper into your emotions, masculinity and self-expression. 

Built to interrupt the Black Brute archetype of the reconstruction era United States, "Dark and Tender" traces the earnest, compelling paths black men take to reclaim caring closeness and recover tender, platonic touch.



  • Runtime
    18 minutes
  • Language
    English
  • Country
    United States
  • Genre
    Documentary Short
  • Social Media
  • Director
    Aaron Johnson
  • Screenwriter
    Aaron Johnson, Gabe Van Lelyveld
  • Producer
    Ben Wilson
  • Cast
    Aaron Johnson, Ben Wilson, Kingsya Omega
  • Cinematographer
    Bryce Johnson