Kim Basinger Questions the Need for Intimacy Coordinators on Film Sets

The Oscar-winning actress critiques the role of intimacy coordinators, highlighting generational divides in Hollywood's approach to on-set safety.

Kim Basinger expressed skepticism about the necessity of intimacy coordinators, stating that actors should resolve such matters directly without additional supervision.
Intimacy coordinators, formally recognized by SAG-AFTRA since 2020, are tasked with ensuring safety and consent during scenes involving nudity or simulated sex.
Basinger, known for her role in the 1986 film '9 1/2 Weeks,' described her approach to sex scenes as 'more European' compared to what she considers a 'stuffy' American perspective.
Actors like Kate Winslet and Michael Douglas have shared differing views, with Winslet advocating for intimacy coordinators as essential for actor safety, especially for younger performers.
The debate reflects a generational divide in Hollywood, with older actors often questioning the necessity of the role and younger actors emphasizing its importance for safeguarding boundaries.