Truthful depictions of physical intimacy in film and series remain a challenge for any writer, director or producer – especially in an audio- visual landscape still overlaid by unrealistic and often one-sided ideas of sex and intimacy. How do creatives tackle these challenges when “writing sex” and directing scenes? How do gender-based perspectives skew the presentation of sex? And what could a more balanced view of the topic look like?
Writers, directors and producers behind series like NAKED and 37 SECONDS discuss their experiences and strategies when it comes to sex on screens and offer insights into best practices for handling this often sensitive topic.
