What Jack Sparrow Can Teach Your Boys About Masculinity - The Self Reliant Man

My favorite movie scene as a writer is from Pirates of the Caribbean. A Disney movie filled with goofy dialogue and primitive physical comedy, yes. But behind the shiny objects that dazzle the kiddies and sell tickets is a strong development of Jack Sparrow’s character and a pretty tasty dive into the essence of masculinity. … What Jack Sparrow Can Teach Your Boys About Masculinity Read More »

Self Reliant Man - The Self Reliant Man

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