d. Duncan Cowles (Scotland, 2024) 1h27m
Silent Men is touring to other Scottish venues, scroll down for further dates.
Part therapy, part road trip. In his debut feature, Duncan Cowles embarks on a journey across the UK to ask men about their experiences of mental health, in an effort understand his own struggles of sharing his feelings with loved ones. An important exploration into a taboo topic, grounded in Cowles’ deadpan style and artistic flair.
This Scottish premiere will be followed by a Q&A with director Duncan Cowles.
Silent Men has won the Feature Documentary award at SMHAF’s International Film Awards 2024.
This event is part of the Scottish Mental Health Arts Festival’s Focus on Film programme, taking place in Glasgow from 16-19 October.


