Don't ever seek this film out. Don't finish reading my review. Navigate away from this part of the internet and move on to something else.

This has to be one of the worst written pieces of media I have ever seen. Ever. In my entire life. This is on par with Busted, which was a movie directed by Corey Feldman--in fact, both movies play out like there only made so that someone could have an excuse to get a lot of people naked.

Sex-Positive--a title that doesn't actually need to be hypenated--is a comedy that never remotely approaches having a single moment of genuine humor. Sometimes when a script is so bad, I will complain that it seems like it was written by a middle school student. This movie makes me take back every other instance that I've ever made that allegation, because even the worst pieces of soggy garbage feel sophisticated compared to this. It is one of those movies where NONE of the characters behave at all like actual people. Every technical aspect of the film is distractingly inept, from the insipid compositions to the amateurish audio, right down to the unlistenable score.

On top of all that, this movie also somehow feels like it was made in 1995--and not in a good way. Unless Anarchy TV was your favorite movie of all time. I'm also going to toss in a really low blow and point out that the cast is probably one of the most unappealing groups of people that has ever been filmed, with the exception of Katherine Ellis. As a person who has shown that they can actually be entertaining, it's really too bad that she agreed to be in this movie. If she had written her own story, it would no doubt by light years better than this.

To finish, please re-read the first paragraph of this review.

"Sex-Positive" is one of those movies that is so bad it borders on surrealism.

There are so many off-putting things about it, so many obstacles the filmmakers put up between you and any enjoyment or investment in their film, that you have to wonder if they aren't doing it on purpose.

Take the music, for example. It is constant and obtrusive and annoying. It's not used to underline dramatic moments in scenes like in a proper movie. Instead it detracts from what you're watching, to the point you sometimes can't hear dialogue because of it.

It doesn't help that the dialogue is also poorly recorded, often with a strange and distracting echo effect.

What is the movie about? The rather thin set-up involves our protagonist, a young woman, being dumped and finding herself in a house in which everyone is either naked or in a state of undress.

I guess it's supposed to be that she comes from a repressive, button-down society and begins to loosen up once surrounded by sexually liberated people, but this character arc is not depicted effectively.

The guy who takes our protagonist to this ethereal sex-house is apparently her love interest, but he doesn't even seem like he is interested in women, so you can't believe anything could ever happen between them.

It should have been a relatively simple matter to show our plucky and sassy protagonist loosening up, discovering sexuality and embracing it. Instead key moments happen off-screen, or aren't communicated to the audience effectively. For example, at first our protag is the only character who is uncomfortable with her nudity. She appears only in panties, but covers her nipples with her forearm, leading the audience to wonder if she's going to show anything. Well, she does, which should have been a key moment in her character's development, and a point of contact with the audience, acknowledging what they were no doubt wondering. Instead, the movie handles her eventual unveiling like it's nothing, like the filmmakers had no idea anyone in the audience would wonder about it.

The direction is also dull and pedestrian, keeping a distance from the characters like everything else about the movie does.

Trying to get into this movie, trying to make out the dialogue through the music, trying to find any spark of motivation, gave me a headache.

This could have been an unusually frank and disarming movie about sexuality, like the classic "Shortbus". There is a scene in which a man appears completely naked with three clothed women, who discuss what it might be like to have his anatomy, and ask him to jump up and down and run on the spot. This could have been key to the movie's themes about understanding sexuality and other people's bodies. Instead it's just a sad reminder of what this movie could have done. The cast were totally up for it. Why weren't the filmmakers?

"Sex Positive is an engaging film that explores the complexities of relationships, sexual identity, and the consequences of casual intimacy in the modern age. The story follows the lives of several characters as they navigate their desires, fears, and personal growth, ultimately offering a reflective take on what it means to be truly 'sex positive.'

The film's strength lies in its honest and often raw portrayal of human sexuality. The characters are well-developed, with each one bringing a unique perspective to the table, making their journeys both relatable and thought-provoking. The cinematography is sleek, capturing the intimate moments with sensitivity while maintaining a polished, contemporary feel.

However, the film doesn't fully escape some of the clichés associated with the genre. At times, the dialogue can feel a bit heavy-handed, and the pacing is uneven, with some scenes dragging while others seem rushed. Additionally, while the movie attempts to tackle a broad range of issues, it occasionally bites off more than it can chew, leading to moments where the narrative feels a bit disjointed.

Despite these flaws, Sex Positive is a commendable effort that provides an insightful look into the challenges and rewards of embracing one's sexuality in today's world. It may not be groundbreaking, but it's a film that will resonate with audiences who appreciate a candid, character-driven story."