More than Just a Son

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Phillip Anderson, a towering former college football player, struggles with his son Brandon's interest in ballet, fearing it indicates gay tendencies. Determined to steer Brandon towards traditional masculinity, he pushes him into sports. Despite his father's reservations, Brandon excels in athletics, ultimately becoming a celebrated football player and winning the Heisman Trophy. The story explores themes of masculinity, parental expectations, and the complexities of identity in the face of societal norms.