Unmasking Toxic Australian Masculinity: A Look at ‘Birdeater’

Australian masculinity is put under a microscope in the film ‘Birdeater’, directed by Jack Clark and Jim Weir. The story follows a bride-to-be who joins her fiancé’s bachelor party in the Australian outback, only to uncover uncomfortable truths about their relationships and the disturbing behavior that unfolds. With a focus on the culture of male friend groups in Australia, ‘Birdeater’ sheds light on the toxic dynamics and the need for a shift in how men enable and overlook abusive conduct. Clark and Weir, along with stars Mackenzie Fearnley and Shabana Azeez, discuss the importance of addressing these issues and challenging the status quo of toxic masculinity. Dive into the dark and unsettling world of ‘Birdeater’ for a chilling exploration of Australian culture and the hidden dangers of male camaraderie.