Colin Stokes: How movies teach manhood
When Colin Stokes’ 3-year-old son caught a glimpse of Star Wars, he was instantly obsessed. But what messages did he absorb from the sci-fi classic? Stokes asks for more movies that send positive messages to boys: that cooperation is heroic, and respecting women is as manly as defeating the villain.
“Today’s movies have a lot of Force, but not much Yellow Brick Road” … Well said. With a 7 year old son of my own, this was good to hear.