A Conversation With the Filmmakers of 'When Men Were Men'
Hours before their line-up of screenings for Trans Awareness Week began, the filmmakers of 'When Men Were Men' chatted with me about the film's personal exploration of masculinity.
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The story tells of Solihin, a lawyer who is widely known for his involvement in defending many high-profile cases involving renowned figures. However, deep in his heart, Solihin realizes that worldly fame provides no guarantees. His heart feels empty and diminished because he does not know how to read the Quran. Solihin is torn between popularity and religious obligations. He is ashamed to learn to recite the Quran because he fears his popularity will be damaged. Meeting Iffah motivates Solihin to resolve his weakness of not being able to recite the Quran. Is he truly sincere in wanting to change, or is it merely to win Iffah's heart?
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The story tells of Solihin, a lawyer who is widely known for his involvement in defending many high-profile cases involving renowned figures. However, deep in his heart, Solihin realizes that worldly fame provides no guarantees. His heart feels empty and diminished because he does not know how to read the Quran. Solihin is torn between popularity and religious obligations. He is ashamed to learn to recite the Quran because he fears his popularity will be damaged. Meeting Iffah motivates Solihin to resolve his weakness of not being able to recite the Quran. Is he truly sincere in wanting to change, or is it merely to win Iffah's heart?
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