Silent Men

Local title
Vaiksed mehed
Director
Duncan Cowles
Country
United Kingdom
Year
2024
Festival
28th Black Nights Film Festival
Programme
Best of Docs
Genre
drama, family film, biographical, essay film, social drama
Subject
familial relationships, love, mental health, soul-searching, child-parent relationships, fatherhood, men, feel-good

What makes men tick? “Silent men” looks for answers in this humorous and heartfelt documentary.

Part road trip, part coming-of-middle-aged tale, director Duncan Cowles takes us on an exploration of modern-day masculinity in a film that is sure to leave a smile on the face. Admitting he isn’t always open in conversations with loved ones, Cowles embarks on a journey to understand why men often struggle to express their emotions. Through this personal quest, he delves into what makes men tick and highlights the critical importance of mental health in a society that still views men as strong, silent figures. While the questions posed in Silent Men may seem straightforward, their answers reveal deep-seated tensions. A heavy subject matter is peppered with moments of levity and joy in this important film of matters rarely discussed.

Mike Arnott

Director
Duncan Cowles
Screenwriter
Duncan Cowles
Producer
Rebecca Day, Sandra Leeming, Duncan Cowles
Cinematographer
Duncan Cowles
Music
Richard Luke
World sales
Film Harbour
Runtime
Language
English
Subtitles
English
Director
Duncan Cowles

Screenings

Hall 2 Kino Artis
Screening022203 / Vaiksed mehed
SubtitlesEnglish
Screening duration
1. Hall Apollo Kino Tasku
Screening034201 / Vaiksed mehed
SubtitlesEnglish
Screening duration
8th Hall Apollo Kino Coca-Cola Plaza
Screening090806 / Vaiksed mehed
SubtitlesEnglish
Q&A guestsDuncan Cowles (Director, Producer, Screenwriter, Cinematographer)
Q&A duration
Screening duration
Trailer
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