Browse films

A Man's Man

Jacob Robinson
United States, 2022, 11 min.

In English.
Includes violence and adult language.

Following a suicide attempt, two brothers battle their own masculinity as they try to understand and communicate each other’s pain.

Director's Statement

Jacob Robinson is a Mexican-American born and raised in Tucson, Arizona. Jacob found his love of storytelling at a young age, with the goal of becoming a professional filmmaker. Following his suicide attempt in 2020, Jacob’s creative focus turned to highlighting mental health awareness and health care. His goal is to destigmatize mental health issues, especially in males, who tend to struggle in honest and open communication.

Category: Short.
Themes: Family, Suicide.

More in Short

  • Trumpet Gumbo

    Trumpet Gumbo

    Brad Courtemanche
    United States, 2025, 14 min.

    Brandon Scales in Trumpet Gumbo Hot off of a win of the country's largest television cooking show, Chef Buddy Bontemps finds himself under the tutelage of one... more ›

  • Where the Deer Sleep

    Where the Deer Sleep

    Matt Udvari
    United States, 2025, 12 min.

    When her mother tragically dies, a girl named Zoe embarks on a physical journey through the five stages of grief. Through encounters with several forest... more ›

  • Small Town Rock Stars

    Small Town Rock Stars

    Daniel Ratcliff
    United States, 2025, 9 min.

    Will cannot face another day of bullying in school when Ben suggests they skip for the day. As they roam around town they make discoveries about themselves and... more ›