Impact of Intimacy Coordinators on Filming Sex Scenes in Hollywood
Veteran actor Michael Douglas criticizes the presence of intimacy coordinators in post-MeToo Hollywood, stating it takes away artistic license from filmmakers and that actors and directors should take responsibility to ensure comfort during sex scenes. He acknowledges past harassment but believes that reputation and self-regulation should be enough.
Key Points
- Intimacy coordinators have become prevalent in post-MeToo Hollywood to prevent harassment and ensure a respectful working environment.
- Michael Douglas believes that actors and directors should take responsibility to ensure comfort during sex scenes.
- He also mentions that reputation and self-regulation used to be the way to handle inappropriate behavior on set.
Pros
- Intimacy coordinators can help ensure a safe and comfortable environment for actors during intimate scenes.
Cons
- Some feel that the presence of intimacy coordinators takes away artistic freedom from filmmakers.