When a man loves another man, he uses the language of respect. “Hey Joe, you’re a stand-up guy. I admire you.” Men do not speak of passionate, intimate, or even personal relationships with their leaders or male friends. Can you imagine a couple of bikers having this conversation? ROCCO. Hey, Spike, let’s go for a ride in the desert so we can develop a passionate relationship. SPIKE. Sure, Rocco. I’d like to enjoy some intimacy with you.

