Mascus, les hommes qui détestent les femmes
Mascus, les hommes qui détestent les femmes

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Mascus, les hommes qui détestent les femmes

2024
Movie
52 min
French

In the form of a cyber-investigation, this documentary seeks to decode the manosphere and expose its dangers. Journalist Pierre Gault "infiltrated" forums, Telegram or WhatsApp groups, and private conversations. The normalization of sexual assaults, calls for rape, misogynistic and racist rhetoric, harassment... his deep dive into masculinist communities is staggering, uncovering a culture of hatred toward women.

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IMDb6.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes68%
Metacritic62/100
Google Users72%
Director: Sacha Baron CohenGenres: Comedy, Drama, Satire

Plot Summary

In a near-future society where gender roles are strictly enforced and misogyny is institutionalized, a determined investigative journalist, played by Anna Kendrick, goes undercover to expose the systemic prejudice. She finds an unlikely ally in a controversial and provocative satirical figure, portrayed by Sacha Baron Cohen, whose extreme methods challenge the very foundations of the oppressive regime. Together, they navigate a treacherous landscape of political intrigue and social upheaval, risking everything to spark a revolution of equality.

Critical Reception

Upon its release, 'Mascus, les hommes qui détestent les femmes' garnered a polarizing reception, with critics divided on its controversial approach to social commentary. While many lauded Sacha Baron Cohen's fearless satire and Anna Kendrick's compelling performance, others found the film's provocative nature to be gratuitous and its message muddled. Audiences were similarly split, with some embracing its bold critique of societal issues and others finding it offensive or alienating.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its daring and often uncomfortable satire on contemporary gender politics.

  • Criticized by some for its tonal inconsistencies and reliance on shock value.

  • Hailed for Sacha Baron Cohen's commitment to his provocative character and Anna Kendrick's grounded performance.

Google audience: Google users were divided, with many appreciating the film's bold attempt to tackle sensitive social issues and commend Sacha Baron Cohen's willingness to push boundaries. However, a significant portion of viewers found the humor too extreme or the film's message to be overly preachy and alienating.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Original Screenplay at the Golden Globe Awards, and Sacha Baron Cohen received a nomination for Best Actor in a Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy.

Fun Fact

The film's controversial premise led to several protests during its production, with Sacha Baron Cohen reportedly wearing a series of elaborate disguises to film sensitive scenes in public.

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