Men and Masculinity Quotes in Gone Girl

How we cite our quotes: Chapter.Paragraph

Quote #10

"We want [Amy] back. Nick wants her back." [Rand] put a hand on my shoulder, wiped his eyes, and I involuntarily turned to steel. My father again: Men don't cry. (9.53)

Bill Dunne was wrong—men do cry, and they do show emotion. When they're told they can't or at least feel inhibited to, it can do drastic damage to their relationships with others, especially their wives and children.