'Causeway' Explores Toxic Masculinity Through Its Protagonists
The message to take away from 'Causeway' is that toxic masculinity can manifest in anyone, no matter what their gender identity is.

When Mr. Mitra, a successful lawyer, crosses paths with Ms. Sen, a complex woman, it marks the beginning of a unique relationship. What starts off as a professional association between a lawyer and a client soon evolves into a great friendship, and over time, something even more meaningful blossoms between the two. An astute examination of the intricacies of a relationship, Drishtikone is the story of a romance unlike any other.
The message to take away from 'Causeway' is that toxic masculinity can manifest in anyone, no matter what their gender identity is.
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