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After selling out its first two screenings, 'Man Down' is returning to the Performing Arts Centre for four more nights.
The documentary, which has been put together by a local filmmaker, aims to challenge the stereotype of 'being a man' and remind those struggling with their mental health that it's okay to 'man down'.
Pictured: Filmmaker Gaz Papworth (image from Man Down documentary).
The film premiered in Guernsey last month, when more than 400 people gathered together over two nights to watch. With all profits going to two local charities, the screenings managed to raise nearly £2,000 for Guernsey Mind and Man Club Guernsey.
"I am really humbled and proud of the success so far of my documentary," said Gaz Papworth of Element Films. "Since the first two viewings I have been inundated with messages from people across the island, some with their own troubles and others with worries of loved ones. I feel truly overwhelmed by the thanks I have received. I have also been contacted from people off island who have heard about the documentary as far as New Zealand!
Pictured: A number of local men shared their stories for the film (Image from Man Down documentary).
"The Man Club has welcomed new members who have gained the courage to reach out which is incredible - that's what it's all about."
The documentary has continued to grow in popularity and has even been entered into the London 'I AM Film Festival' which will take place later this month.
Pictured: Guernsey Firefighter Pete Saunders spoke about his experiences in the film (Image from Man Down documentary).
"I had no idea this project would be so successful but I am over the moon that it is," added Mr Papworth. "Mental health in everybody is such an important subject but I wanted to do this, especially for men, to diminish the stigma.
"I'm glad that men are now being heard and know it's okay not to be okay."
Pictured: Man Club Founder Philip Surry with the 'talking stick' (image from Man Down documentary).
Guernsey businesses, organisations and individuals have donated money to make the upcoming viewings possible, including Beetons Chip Shop, Food4Thought, Valpys and Butterfield Bank.
Tickets are available here at £6.50 each. More information is available here.
Pictured top: Image of previous screening from Man Down Facebook page.
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