WHAT WERE GEORGIAN ATTITUDES TOWARDS SEX? | GEORGIAN PLEASURES

Cinemavixion Review

Dr. Kate Lister offers a bracingly unsentimental look at Georgian society in "Georgian Pleasures," stripping away the romanticized veneer often presented in popular culture. Moving beyond the opulent and seemingly pristine world of "Bridgerton," Lister delves into the often harsh realities of the era. She uncovers a society grappling with widespread issues such as syphilis, addiction to laudanum and gin, and the visible decay of public health amidst the burgeoning industrial revolution. The documentary courageously explores the complexities of sexual practices, sex work, and the surprisingly visible presence of condoms and sex clubs in 18th-century London and Edinburgh. Lister's investigation reveals the authentic lives of people navigating the streets and back alleys, offering a compelling, unvarnished perspective on a period often misunderstood.