GREENSBORO – The Vermont-made documentary “Gone Guys”, produced by Montpelier-based Well Told Films, explores the social, economic and emotional pressures contributing to a growing sense of disconnection, isolation, and loss of direction among boys and young men in rural and working-class communities.
On Thursday, Jan. 15, 6 to 8 p.m., the film will screen at the Highland Center for the Arts in Greensboro, followed by a panel discussion and audience questions. The screening is free or pay-what-you-can, with tickets available at the door or in advance or via sevendaystickets.com/.
Set in rural Vermont, the 45-minute documentary blends national data with personal stories from young men, educators, and mentors, exploring issues of academic disengagement, loneliness, and well-being. This community event and conversation is co-hosted by Highland Center for the Arts and Hazen Union School.
“In November, the faculty at Hazen Union participated in a screening of Gone Guys,” said Jen Olson, work based learning coordinator. “After examining our own data, we found that nearly 85% of behavior incidents involve male students, and 58% of failed classes are attributed to male students, underscoring the urgency and relevance of the issues highlighted in the film. We will continue to have conversations about the challenges facing young men and to identify meaningful ways to improve their outcomes.”
