A new romantic comedy, ‘One Night Only,’ has been released, reflecting a shift in Hollywood’s approach to sex and relationships. The movie takes place in a universe where a conservative Congress has passed a law banning sex between single people, except for one night of the year.
A Shift in Hollywood
The movie is part of a larger trend in Hollywood, where sex and relationships are being portrayed more openly. This shift is seen as a response to the decline of sex in movies over the past few decades. According to a study, the level of sexual content in movies fell by almost 40% between 2000 and 2023.
The #MeToo movement in 2017 also changed Hollywood’s approach to love scenes, providing greater protections to performers through intimacy coordinators. However, some argue that the industry overcorrected, leaning too far into puritanism.
A New Era of Romantic Storytelling
The new romantic comedy is part of a new era of romantic storytelling, which is more romantic, queer, and features a ‘female gaze.’ The movie is seen as a reflection of the current cultural moment, where sex and relationships are being discussed more openly.
The shift in Hollywood’s approach to sex and relationships is also reflected in other movies and TV shows, such as ‘Heated Rivalry’ and ‘Love Island USA.’ These shows have been successful and have helped to create a new trend in entertainment.
Original reporting: El Paso News (HLL/CB) — read the source article.
