The Peanut Butter Falcon
2019 · Movie · Buddy, Road/Travel
MIM Check: Pass
Dominance Manhood
None
Traits of dominance-based masculinity present in the media.
Questioning of Dominance
Some
Characters questioning or suffering from dominance norms.
Relational Manhood
Many
Traits of relational, connected masculinity.
Tyler befriends Zak, a runaway with Down Syndrome. He protects him, treats him as a friend and equal, and helps him follow his dream. Zak is an authentic young man unconcerned with society’s expectations for him.