Cory Hardrict is on a mission to make every one of his characters a relatable human being. His latest role as Solo in Die Like a Man is an example of that. As a ruthless gang father figure to a conflicted teen named Teddy (Miguel Angel Garcia), Hardrict’s haunting restraint in his performance adds a menacing layer to a character that’s still deeply human. Ensuring that at least one person watching can relate to his role has always been his guiding force. What is ‘Die Like a Man’ about? According to its official description, “ Die Like a Man is a gripping LA drama set against the backdrop of gang violence and a gentrifying West Los Angeles neighborhood scarred by decades of gang violence. The story follows a single mother struggling to steer her teenage son away from a veteran gangster who’s become his father figure. The film explores masculinity, rites of passage, and the realities of the impact of gentrification on LA communities today.” Not only is Hardrict the star of the film,...