Shooting Down Stereotypes: The Military Man as a Monolith
Heroic, masculine, patriotic, unquestioning, heroes unto death. That’s the monolithic portrayal of male service members in Hollywood. Once you’re in, you’re always in; you never truly retire. If war is too much to handle, expect shaming of masculinity, or portrayal as a coward. Better to die alone by your own hand, as many do. If…