1. Under the Skin 2013，IMDB Rating: 6.3, IMDB Votes: 160002, ID: 1441395 Photo by bfoliver.com, is licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0 Under the Skin is a haunting film that explores themes of identity and humanity. Scarlett Johansson’s performance as an otherworldly woman preying on men was lauded. Despite the film’s unconventional narrative and explicit scenes, there’s no public record of Johansson expressing regret for her role.
2. The Dreamers 2003，IMDB Rating: 7.1, IMDB Votes: 133167, ID: 0309987 Photo by benoliver999.com, is licensed under CC BY ND 4.0 The Dreamers, a film set in the backdrop of the 1968 Paris student riots, is a captivating exploration of sexual discovery and political turmoil. The film’s explicit scenes, which actress Eva Green navigated with grace and courage, were integral to the narrative, but it’s reported that she had reservations about them. Despite this, the film’s portrayal of the era’s political unrest and the characters’ complex relationships make it a compelling watch.
3. 9 Songs 2004，IMDB Rating: 4.7, IMDB Votes: 24162, ID: 0411705 Photo by generasia.com, is licensed under CC BY ND 4.0 9 Songs is a bold attempt by director Michael Winterbottom to intertwine explicit sex scenes with a narrative of love and loss. However, the film has been criticized for its lack of character development and context for the sexual content. The actors’ performances were praised, but it’s unclear if they had any regrets about the explicit nature of their roles.
4. Y tu mamá también 2001，IMDB Rating: 7.7, IMDB Votes: 129673, ID: 0245574 Photo by wikimedia.org, is licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0 Y tu mamá también is a poignant coming-of-age story that explores the complexities of youth, friendship, and sexual discovery. The film’s explicit scenes serve to underscore the raw and often confusing emotions of the characters. There’s no known record of actors Gael GarcÃa Bernal or Diego Luna expressing regret about the film’s explicit content.
5. Love 2015，IMDB Rating: 6.1, IMDB Votes: 67714, ID: 3774694 Photo by uct.ac.za, is licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0 Love, directed by Gaspar Noé, is a sexually explicit drama that delves into the complexities of romantic relationships. The film’s graphic scenes are central to its narrative, but they have been criticized for overshadowing the plot and character development. There’s no public record of the actors expressing regret about the film’s explicit content.
6. Caligola 1979，IMDB Rating: 5.3, IMDB Votes: 38675, ID: 0080491 Photo by newsmedia.tasnimnews.com, is licensed under CC BY ND 4.0 Caligola, an erotic historical drama, is a controversial film that explores the rise and fall of the Roman emperor Caligula. Despite its explicit content and the regret expressed by some actors about their explicit scenes, the film has gained notoriety for its political content and historical portrayal.
7. Ultimo tango a Parigi 1972，IMDB Rating: 6.9, IMDB Votes: 58950, ID: 0070849 Photo by wikimedia.org, is licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0 Ultimo tango a Parigi is a vivid exploration of pain, love, and sex, featuring a towering performance by Marlon Brando. The film’s raw portrayal of intimate scenes led to international controversy, hinting at possible regrets from the cast.
8. Basic Instinct 2 2006，IMDB Rating: 4.4, IMDB Votes: 41819, ID: 0430912 Photo by static.simpsonswiki.com, is licensed under CC BY ND 4.0 Basic Instinct 2, a sequel to the iconic erotic thriller, features Sharon Stone reprising her role as Catherine Tramell. Despite its audacious plot and explicit scenes, Stone’s performance was appreciated, although she might have had reservations about the explicit scenes.
10. The Sessions 2012，IMDB Rating: 7.2, IMDB Votes: 44110, ID: 1866249 Photo by wiki.conworld.org, is licensed under CC BY ND 4.0 The Sessions is a touching film that explores the intimate journey of a man with polio who seeks to experience sex for the first time. Despite the nudity involved, the film tastefully handles the subject matter, focusing on the emotional transformation of the characters.
11. The Piano 1993，IMDB Rating: 7.5, IMDB Votes: 95875, ID: 0107822 Photo by bfoliver.com, is licensed under CC BY ND 4.0 The Piano is a deeply evocative film set in colonial New Zealand. Holly Hunter’s performance is memorable, even though she later expressed regret over the nudity involved in the film.
12. L’amant 1992，IMDB Rating: 6.8, IMDB Votes: 23726, ID: 0101316 Photo by wikimedia.org, is licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0 L’amant is a sensual film that explores a forbidden love affair in colonial Indochina. Despite its erotic scenes, the film focuses on the emotional turmoil of the characters, making it a compelling watch.
13. The Graduate 1967，IMDB Rating: 8.0, IMDB Votes: 290365, ID: 0061722 Photo by blog.coyoteproductions.co.uk, is licensed under CC BY ND 4.0 The Graduate is a classic film that explores the complexities of youth and societal expectations. Despite the iconic nude scene, the film’s focus is on the emotional journey of the characters.
15. Mulholland Dr. 2001，IMDB Rating: 7.9, IMDB Votes: 387458, ID: 0166924 Photo by staticflickr.com, is licensed under CC BY 2.0 Mulholland Dr. is a surrealist mystery film that takes viewers on a twisting journey through the dreams and realities of Hollywood. The film’s narrative structure is as winding as the road it’s named after, leading to a viewing experience that’s both confusing and captivating. Despite its complexity, the film’s dreamlike quality and compelling performances make it a must-watch for fans of director David Lynch.
Some Regretted It, Some Didn’t: Actors Reflect on Their Most Explicit Film Roles
