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Gemma Arterton Reveals Why All Her Sex Scenes Are Done With A ‘Love Coach’ Post-#MeToo Movement

Actress Gemma Arterton, renowned for her role as Strawberry Fields in the 2008 James Bond film Quantum of Solace, has shared her thoughts on the significant changes in how intimate scenes are handled in the film industry following the #MeToo movement. Arterton, now 38, highlighted the professional standards that have emerged for sex scenes, emphasizing the crucial role of intimacy coordinators.

A Stark Contrast to Early Experiences

Reflecting on her early career, Arterton recalled how intimate scenes were sometimes imposed without consultation. “One time a sex scene was just thrown upon me. Like, ‘This is what’s going to happen’, and I did it. That wouldn’t happen now, with intimacy coordinators,” she explained.

The actress expressed her relief at the changes, stating, “I’m really pleased that we have intimacy coordinators now. It takes away the unknown. There’s no ambiguity. It does feel a bit prescriptive, but then it’s like learning an accent, a fight or a dance – you have to go through the motions first, then you make it feel more spontaneous and relaxed.”

Gemma Arterton on Empowering Actors and Protecting Younger Talent

Arterton also shared her concern for younger, less-established actors who might feel pressured to agree to intimate scenes without the ability to voice their discomfort. “I said no [to a sex scene] another time, when I was feeling a bit more empowered,” she said, further acknowledging the challenges faced by up-and-coming performers.

She continued, “That’s why I’m worried about younger actors, or replaceable actors. I’ve heard stories from actor friends who are less established or starting out, where they felt they couldn’t say anything because they’d get fired. That’s really terrible.”

Gemma Arterton: Industry Changes in the Wake of #MeToo

The rise of the #MeToo movement has led to a shift in the industry, with a greater emphasis on safety and accountability. Arterton noted the positive changes that have come about, especially in terms of support available to actors facing harassment or bullying.

“At the top of every call sheet, there’s a number to call if you’re going through anything. It’s completely anonymous. That’s really great because it wasn’t there before. There’s been loads of change. If there’s any bullying, there are outlets you can contact,” she said, highlighting the ongoing efforts to make the workplace safer for all.

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Zubair Amin

Zubair Amin is a Senior Content Producer at NewsX. He produces multimedia content about world affairs, international relations and India's foreign relations. He tweets at @zubaiyramin

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