Sex Scenes in Film: What Tricks Do Stars Use for Filming.

Sex Scenes On-Screen and Behind the Scenes

According to The Sun: Sex on-screen should inspire and captivate audiences, highlighting the chemistry between characters and conveying their passion. But what happens behind the scenes is very different from what is shown on screen.

This week, actress Emily Atack revealed the secrets of filming a 'liberating' nude scene in the series 'Rivals'. According to Atack, special underwear, a merkin, and numerous rehearsals helped her feel comfortable during filming.

What goes on behind the scenes is very different to what viewers see on screen… Pictured, Paul Mescal and Daisy Edgar Jones during the filming of Normal People

Actors like Leonardo DiCaprio and Margot Robbie, pictured here in film The Wolf of Wall Street, are pros when it comes to keeping it professional

Netflix’s period drama Bridgerton was renowned for its extremely steamy sex scenes

It all starts with practice. For example, in Netflix's 'Bridgerton', lead actors Phoebe Dynevor and Regé-Jean Page worked on their intimate scenes, rehearsing them many times to feel comfortable and safe during filming.

Made with Humor

Many actors add a comedic tone to intimacy scenes. For instance, Olivia Wilde and Ryan Reynolds infused humor into the romantic scenes of their film. Humor on set helps relieve tension and creates a relaxed atmosphere for the actors.

Olivia Wilde opted to add some humour to her romantic scenes with funny man Ryan Reynolds

Thus, behind the scenes, sex scenes can be much less thrilling than they appear on screen, but the professionalism of the actors allows them to create believable and captivating moments for viewers.