far more thoughtful is moffie, an arresting adaptation about of a biographical novel about compulsoryce force in the early ‘80s. would you like a drink? no, i'm fine, thanks. you sure? you know where we're going? like stanley kubrick's full metaljacket, the film is divided into two segments — the first during a brutalising training regime, in which new recruits are forced into macho conformity, the second in active duty near angola. described as an examination of shame amongst a generation of men being militarized, moffie, the title is a derogatory term for a gay man or supposedly effeminate man, is a powerful examination of toxic masculinity, homophobia and racism. that sounds like a tough watch, but the movie itself is actually surprisingly engaging, and even tender — thanks to some intimately terrific camerawork from jamie ramsay, great performances by the cast, and an adventurous if occasionally overpowering use of music that draws us right into this world. it's available now. we understand the arm here has given him a taste. but we think it's now time to finish the job. no, don't