Gone Guys

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About the film:
Over the past fifty years, boys and young men have steadily disengaged from school, work, and broader society. They’re falling behind academically, struggling with loneliness and isolation, and facing rising rates of substance abuse and suicide. This 45-minute documentary draws on the influential work of Richard V. Reeves’ “Of Boys and Men”, illuminating these challenges through powerful data and compelling personal stories. Many of us have experienced these issues first-hand, but it can be difficult to talk about them. It’s not an either-or choice: caring more about boys and men does not mean caring less about women and girls. Set in rural Vermont, the film brings national data to life with engaging animation accompanying lived experience featuring young men, educators, mentors, and trailblazing programs that are working to re-engage boys and young men in their communities and reshape their futures.

Gone Guys explores a “quiet crisis” in our communities, hidden in plain sight: the increasing disengagement and isolation of boys and young men.

The film invites viewers into a timely, necessary conversation about the challenges facing boys and young men today. Since premiering in 2025, Gone Guys, the documentary has been drawing crowds to screenings paired with thoughtful community discussions.

Through personal stories, striking data, and expert insight, the film examines how issues like struggles in school, loneliness, and even radicalization are taking root in the lives of young men—and what communities can do about it.

This event will include the film screening and a post film panel discussion on how to provide support for boys as they mature into confident young men.

This event will raise funds for local not for profit organizations working with youth.