Manwatcher
Manwatcher

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Manwatcher

1998
Movie
Adult · 18+
126 min
English

A voyeuristic young man falls in love with one of his subjects, a man heartbroken after the end of his relationship.

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IMDb6.4/10
Director: Mikael HåfströmGenres: Documentary, Short

Plot Summary

A short documentary that explores the voyeuristic tendencies of men, examining how they observe women in public spaces. The film uses a mix of observational footage and commentary to delve into this often unspoken aspect of human behavior. It presents a thought-provoking, albeit brief, look at societal norms and male gaze.

Critical Reception

As a short documentary, 'Manwatching' did not receive widespread critical reviews in the same vein as feature films. However, its thematic exploration of voyeurism and the male gaze was noted for its directness and observational style within niche film circles. It is often cited as an early work by director Mikael Håfström, who later achieved international recognition.

What Reviewers Say

  • Offers a stark, observational look at male behavior.

  • A concise and pointed exploration of the male gaze.

  • Provocative for its brevity and subject matter.

Google audience: Information on Google user reviews for this short documentary is not readily available.

Fun Fact

Director Mikael Håfström later went on to direct well-known films such as 'Evil' (Ondskan) and 'Escape Plan'.

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