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Florence Pugh discussed her mixed experiences with intimacy coordinators on film sets, highlighting how they can make sex scenes safer and more respectful, but also noting instances where the job has been mishandled. She emphasized the importance of good coordination in understanding the intimacy 'dance' and how it empowers female actors, while also sharing her own past discomfort with poorly managed scenes.
Jennifer Lawrence chose to film 'Die My Love' without an intimacy coordinator, citing feeling safe with co-star Robert Pattinson, who she describes as respectful and not 'pervy.' This decision aligns with a broader trend of actors opting out of intimacy coordinators, despite industry recognition of their importance for safety and professionalism. The role of intimacy coordinators is gaining official acknowledgment, including a new credit on IMDb, highlighting ongoing debates about actor safety and artistic freedom.
Richard Gere expressed skepticism about the viability of intimacy coordinators in the 1980s, suggesting that actors were more comfortable with planning sex scenes without such support, reflecting on how industry practices have evolved.
Jennifer Aniston and other Hollywood stars discussed the awkwardness and necessity of chemistry tests between actors, with Aniston noting that such tests can often hinder natural chemistry. Despite the rise of intimacy coordinators to make scenes more comfortable, Aniston, a self-described "terrible auditioner," has expressed confidence in handling such situations without additional support, which has drawn some criticism.
Ewan McGregor discusses the necessity of intimacy coordinators for sex scenes, especially when acting alongside his wife Mary Elizabeth Winstead in the upcoming miniseries "A Gentleman in Moscow." He emphasizes the importance of ensuring comfort for all involved, including crew members and younger actors, and shares his experience working with his daughter in a film. McGregor's daughter also recalls an amusing incident involving her father's nude scene being shown in her high school class.
SAG-AFTRA has updated its rules for intimacy coordinators, specifying that they must maintain confidentiality about actors' work unless given permission to share details. This comes after an intimacy coordinator for the controversial movie "Miller's Girl" discussed intimate scenes in an interview. The film has faced criticism due to the significant age gap between the lead actors. The new guidelines aim to protect actors' privacy and ensure their comfort during intimate scenes, with potential consequences for coordinators who violate the rules.
SAG-AFTRA has updated its confidentiality rules for intimacy coordinators, specifying that they must maintain confidentiality of actors' work and experiences in intimate scenes unless they have the actor's permission to share the information. This comes after an interview with the intimacy coordinator for the controversial movie "Miller's Girl," in which she discussed the intimate scenes involving Jenna Ortega and Martin Freeman. Failure to adhere to these rules could result in removal from SAG-AFTRA's registry.
Christopher Eccleston revealed that an "A-list actress" falsely accused him of groping her on set during a sex scene, which he vehemently denies and calls an "abuse of power." He expressed gratitude for the presence of intimacy coordinators on set and emphasized the importance of trust between actors. This revelation comes amid ongoing discussions about the role of intimacy coordinators in the industry.
Jennifer Aniston has faced criticism on social media for her comments about declining to work with an intimacy coordinator on the TV series The Morning Show. Aniston's remarks were seen as downplaying the role of intimacy coordinators and disregarding the importance of ensuring comfort and consent for all individuals on set. Some fans of the show noted the irony of her comments given the show's exploration of issues surrounding consent and power.
Jennifer Aniston is facing backlash after revealing in an interview that she and her co-star Jon Hamm did not use an intimacy coordinator while filming intimate scenes for the Apple TV+ series "The Morning Show." Critics argue that Aniston's comments minimize the importance of intimacy coordinators and their role in ensuring the comfort and safety of actors and the entire cast and crew. Some also pointed out the irony of Aniston's remarks, as the show tackles themes of abuse of power and consent in the wake of the Me Too movement.
The new SAG-AFTRA contract includes language recognizing the role of intimacy coordinators on Hollywood sets, marking a significant win for the industry. The contract states that producers must make their best efforts to engage an intimacy coordinator for scenes involving nudity or sex acts, and performers cannot be retaliated against for requesting one. The inclusion of intimacy coordinators in the contract solidifies their importance and signifies a cultural change in the industry. However, there is still a desire to make further strides, such as having intimacy coordinators become union members and increasing their numbers to eventually require their presence on sets.
Michael Caine expressed his confusion over the need for intimacy coordinators in the film industry, stating that in his day, love scenes were done without interference. He also criticized political correctness, saying it was dull not being able to speak one's mind. Caine stars in the upcoming film "The Great Escaper," which he hinted could be his last due to his age and physical limitations.