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The Red Pill (2016)

2016 • 1h 58m • Documentary • R
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Reviews — The Red Pill

Audience write-ups from TMDB

GenerationofSwine

10/10
Jan 13, 2023

A lot of the negative feedback on IMDb appears to come from people who didn’t actually view the film itself. Many criticisms focus on ideas about the MRA that aren't demonstrated in the documentary; they seem to be based on assumptions rather than what is presented. There are also reviews addressing elements entirely absent from the film. It’s undeniable that this subject matter sparks strong reactions, but

tournelhenry

8/10
Dec 12, 2022

The film highlights previously disregarded problems within established communities. Initially, the narrative was straightforward and engagingly presented. The presentation also explored varied perspectives regarding gender equality. Above all, it draws attention to discrimination faced by men—a topic that has consistently been ignored. The visuals are pleasantly simple for a documentary of this kind.

tmdb15214618

6/10
Jul 15, 2017

The film doesn’t fare well as a documentary; it lacks any real expertise in its construction. However, it functions adequately as an introduction to gender theory that goes beyond feminist perspectives, managing to cover the main ideas even though it struggles with specifics and ultimately blurs its central argument. Were there other documentaries addressing this subject matter, I would have given it a less favorable

y2kaoz

9/10
Mar 10, 2017

It’s important to address a particular issue upfront: it’s disappointing that arguments concerning men sometimes require examination through a feminist viewpoint to gain credibility. However, this very aspect proves to be the documentary's greatest strength. The feeling persists that men's concerns are often ignored; they are expected to suppress their problems and remain silent. Conversely, when women express dif

Simon Foster

Dec 7, 2016

The actions of Cassie Jaye, along with those of the director connected to this project, don’t appear intended to promote understanding or contribute positively to a discussion; rather, they seem designed to exacerbate existing tensions and show disrespect toward both men and women.