Justin points out that «rape had been used at times a s a symbol of domination, with armies raping the (
male)
leader of a conquered enemy... Clearly, in some cultures and contexts — whether in ancient times or in modern -
day prisons —
male -
male rape had been used or threatened as a method of violent humiliation and domination.»
The main characters may seem like generic stereotypes — Phil is the natural
leader looking to relive his college
days, Stu is the straight - laced zeta
male stuck in a relationship with a controlling girlfriend (Rachael Harris), and Alan is the wild card — but their different personalities mesh extremely well.