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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Shahana Yasmin

Sharon Stone calls modern sex scenes too ‘blatant’ and ‘harsh’

  • Sharon Stone revealed she now fast-forwards sex scenes in television shows as she finds modern depictions of intimacy too "blatant" and "harsh".
  • The actress is joining the third season of HBO's Euphoria and says that all parents should watch the show as it reflects "what is happening in this world".
  • She reflected on the iconic interrogation scene from her 1992 film Basic Instinct, noting that its mystery and intrigue were key to its impact.
  • Stone also discussed the personal backlash she faced after Basic Instinct, including her child being questioned about her "sex movies" during a custody case.
  • She also expressed scepticism about a potential "anti-woke" reboot of the film, referencing the poorly received 2006 sequel.

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