Summary of "Top 5: Sex Scenes That Were Real | The Film Vault"

In this episode of The Film Vault, hosts Anderson and Brian dive into the provocative and salacious world of top 5 sex scenes that were real—meaning the actors actually engaged in real sex or oral sex on camera, not just simulated performances. The discussion blends film trivia, behind-the-scenes anecdotes, and plenty of humor, making it an entertaining yet informative exploration of a taboo topic in cinema.

Main Plot & Highlights:

Introduction & Setup: Anderson explains how the list came about, admitting much of the research was frustrating due to many films being obscure, foreign, or unwatchable. Both hosts share their approach: Anderson’s list includes mostly films he’s seen, while Brian’s features many he hasn’t but found fascinating tidbits in the research.
Personal Anecdotes: Anderson shares a funny story about his 5-year-old son ringing a bell during a live watch-along of Final Destination 3 on their vintage "Ouija" couch, adding a warm, human touch to the episode.
Discussion of Notable Films & Scenes:
- Antichrist (2009): Directed by Lars von Trier, known for brutal drama and provocative content. Though it features unsimulated sex scenes, body doubles were used for the main actors (Willem Dafoe and Charlotte Gainsbourg). Hilariously, Dafoe’s reputedly large anatomy became a running joke.
- Blue Is the Warmest Color (2013): Known for its lengthy, explicit lesbian sex scenes, which some felt were uncomfortable and exploitative, especially given the male director’s perspective.
- Caligula (1979): Infamous for its extreme content and the addition of unsimulated sex scenes by Penthouse publisher Bob Guccione after principal filming, without the director’s knowledge. The film is described as both revolting and fascinating, with memorable bizarre moments like a “lawnmower” execution device.
- Pink Flamingos (1972): John Waters’ cult classic with Divine performing unsimulated oral sex on her on-screen son, plus other shocking acts like killing a chicken. The hosts debate the film’s artistic merit versus its grotesque content.
- The Brown Bunny (2003): Vincent Gallo’s controversial film featuring an infamous unsimulated oral sex scene with Chloë Sevigny, which sparked debate about its narrative necessity and impact.
- Ken Park (2002): Directed by Larry Clark, known for pushing boundaries with young actors in explicit scenes. The film includes controversial unsimulated sex scenes involving teenagers, raising ethical questions.
Other Films Mentioned:
- Cruising (1980) with Al Pacino, notable for real gay club sex scenes.
- Andy Warhol’s Blue Movie (1969), the first wide-release film with simulated sex.
- Love (2015) by Gaspar Noé, a 3D film with explicit real sex scenes.
- Don’t Look Now (1973), with rumors about the sex scene’s authenticity, though denied by cast and crew.
- The To-Do List featuring Aubrey Plaza performing a self-pleasure scene.
Humorous Tangents: The hosts joke about their wives watching trashy reality TV, the origins of the term “blue movie,” and the absurdity of some sex scenes. They also poke fun at actors and directors, like Mickey Rourke’s career and Willem Dafoe’s “welcome to foe and his hog” story.
Amazon Purchases Segment: A lighthearted rundown of quirky and random items bought through their Amazon banner, including a portable AC, titanium polymeric sand, a chicken door opener, and more.
Film Recommendations & Gambles: They briefly discuss recent and upcoming films like Breaking starring John Boyega and Revenge, teasing future watch-alongs and reviews.

Key Reactions & Jokes:

The hosts often express discomfort or bemusement at the explicit nature of some films.
The “welcome to foe and his hog” line about Willem Dafoe’s anatomy is a standout comedic moment.
Anderson’s story about his son ringing a bell during a horror movie watch-along adds warmth and levity.
The absurdity of Caligula’s lawnmower execution device and the surprise orgy scene inserted by Guccione is both shocking and funny.
The debate about whether explicit sex scenes add to or detract from the storytelling, with The Brown Bunny and Blue Is the Warmest Color as focal points.