Jessa Crispin delves into the transformation of masculinity in her latest work, examining how it shifted from positive archetypes, such as good fathers and gentlemen, to more aggressive and desperate characters. She uses Michael Douglas' films from the 1980s as a lens to illustrate this cultural change. Crispin humorously yet poignantly points out that these films encapsulate the challenges of contemporary masculinity and the societal pressures that define it, reflecting a broader crisis in male identity today.
Crispin illustrates how masculinity has transformed from idealized figures like Cary Grant to aggressive, desperate characters, exemplified in Michael Douglas' 1980s films.
In her analysis, Crispin highlights the cultural implications of this shift in masculinity, emphasizing how these portrayals reflect broader societal changes.
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