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The discussion extends into the realm of sexual content in film, especially regarding the execution of scenes involving minors or sensitive subjects. Ethan Hawke’s comments about Maya feeling safe on set, equipped with an intimacy coordinator, were met with skepticism by some who believe such scenes are inherently awkward—even if staged—and that claiming they’re “not awkward” is disingenuous. Many argue that this discomfort is natural, and that Hollywood’s focus on “safety” often masks underlying complexities about boundaries and boundaries awareness.