'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.

An introverted Filipinx (a non-binary Filipino) returns to their hometown on a work trip. Excited to reunite with their best friend, their journey redirects to sudden loss, grief, and inability to cope.
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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