Why it matters: The collaboration between This Is Ipswich and Scripted Development aims to effect change in how men are "seen and understood" in society, focusing on creating safe spaces for open discussion about mental health.
The details:
Filming will take place on Thursday, 30 January in the former Superdry store at the Buttermarket.
The event will feature guest speakers answering questions and live performances, including poetry, spoken word and music.
International performers, including Jake Beautyman, who has performed DJ sets in Berlin and Brazil, and filmmaker Kashif O'Connor, known for his work at London and Prague film festivals, will participate.
Members of the public are invited to join the audience at 14:30, with filming to begin at 15:00.
The event will finish at 19:00.
What they're saying: "Our collaborative mental health doc will help tell the story of many all too often unheard male voices. It will be seen in the spaces, places and faces of the masses to help effect change for how we, men, are seen and understood," says Raph of Scripted Development.
For context: This Is Ipswich has established itself in the local community over the past six months, producing short reel videos featuring conversations with townspeople.
The bigger picture: This Is Ipswich CEO Sarah Tieck says the documentary is part of a longer-term solution to societal issues, aiming to "educate young men on how to communicate and express how they're feeling without fear of ridicule".
What to look out for: The documentary will focus on several key areas:
Encouraging positive physical health
Guidance on personal presentation
Identifying safe spaces for open discussion in the local community
Supporting the event: Local businesses are contributing, with Fresh Start Charity providing furniture and Harvest Moon Vegan Cafe supplying refreshments for audience members.
The bottom line: The project represents a collaborative effort to address men's mental health through creative expression and open dialogue, bringing together local organisations and international talent in the heart of Ipswich.
Head over to the former Superdry store at 14:30 to get involved.
