"Pillion feels very true to its roots as a movie about leather. As a leatherwoman, I thought it was absolutely brilliant. I loved the tension, and it's funny as hell. It's also incredibly hot. There isn't a single consent conversation in the film, perhaps because that could be boring. I think it's perfectly ethical not to include what may have been a lengthy negotiation between Colin and Ray but, on the flipside, sometimes there isn't a conversation, and people decide to take risks."
"As a psychologist, I can see what psychological conflicts they were trying to pull away from. Ray may need to be in control because that's how he manages emotion. When he loses control, it doesn't feel safe to him. It's harder to tell with Colin. He gains the ability to speak more about what he wants, now that he understands what's being asked of him. It's important people are made clear that a relationship of this kind can be very healthy."
Pillion portrays leather and BDSM culture authentically, combining tension, humor and explicit sexual scenes. The sexual content is depicted as raw and realistic rather than covered up, which will challenge many viewers. Consent negotiation is not shown on screen, suggesting ethical ambiguity about offscreen negotiation and risk-taking. Psychological dynamics include Ray's need for control to manage emotion and Colin's growing ability to articulate desires as he learns what is being asked. The portrayal emphasizes that relationships within BDSM can be healthy when participants understand, assess and choose risks responsibly.
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