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'Doin' It' Faces Mixed Reviews at SXSW 2024

Lilly Singh's sex-positive comedy garners attention for its bold approach but struggles with execution and originality.

  • Lilly Singh stars in 'Doin' It,' a sex-positive coming-of-age comedy that premiered at SXSW, playing a virgin teaching sex ed to high schoolers.
  • Critics praise the film's intentions to dismantle shame around adolescent sex education but note its uneven execution and lack of originality.
  • The film's humor and sex-positive messages are highlighted, though some reviews criticize it for not fully engaging with the complexities of sex education in America.
  • 'Doin' It' is commended for its candid portrayal of sexual exploration but is also described as incomplete, with potential for further development.
  • The movie is currently seeking U.S. distribution, indicating a mixed but hopeful reception at SXSW 2024.
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