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SXSW Doc Explores Male Insecurity & Enlargement
5 Oct
Summary
- PhaloFILL offers penile enlargement procedures like Botox.
- Film explores male shame, insecurity, and enhancement clinics.
- Documentary opens in LA and NYC on October 28 and 30.

The SXSW documentary "Manhood" by director Daniel Lombroso explores the deep-seated male shame and insecurity that fuel the desire for penis enlargement. Dallas entrepreneur Bill Moore's PhaloFILL procedure is presented as a method to make these enhancements as common as Botox treatments.
The film, which involved two years of research in male enhancement clinics, highlights the complex emotional journeys of individuals seeking these procedures. It showcases the personal stakes involved, featuring an OnlyFans star and a father of five.
"Manhood" is set to premiere at the Laemmle NoHo in Los Angeles on October 28, followed by an engagement at the Village East by Angelika in New York on October 30. A nationwide release is planned, with digital availability to follow on November 17.