The central issue discussed in this movie is sexual intolerance. Teena hides his biological identity by disguising as a tough man. In parallel to Tough Guise, in order to be accepted by society, he overacts his role, the most obvious example of which is his trying to get into fights all the time. Setting is also very important. The film takes place in Falls City, Nebraska which is a very conservative state.
Even though, Brandon is not biologically a man, he gets more girls than me. That shows that women are more attracted to more sensitive guys. If being sensitive makes one more desirable for women, why do all men put this though guy "suit" on?
