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202419 minGdoc-short

Dark and Tender

202419 minGdoc-short

Ten Black men participate in a retreat with the Chronically UnderTouched Project outside Seattle to reclaim platonic intimacy and tenderness.

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Ten Black men participate in a retreat with the Chronically UnderTouched Project outside Seattle to reclaim platonic intimacy and tenderness.

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Aaron Johnsondirector

Aaron Johnsonwriter

Gabe Van Lelyveldwriter

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Kingsya Omegacast

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Ten Black men gather for a retreat with the Chronically UnderTouched (CUT) Project outside Seattle. They aim to reclaim platonic intimacy and tenderness, engaging with nature and practicing gentle Black masculinity. Through various activities, the men replace violence and rough play with care and connection. "Dark and Tender," directed by Aaron Johnson, runs for 19 minutes and addresses the vital aspect of touch in their lives.

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