How to Have Sex

• Drama

A raw and unflinchingly honest depiction of female adolescence, *How to Have Sex* follows three British teenagers on a sun-drenched, but emotionally turbulent holiday. The film distinguishes itself by eschewing romanticization, instead presenting a remarkably realistic portrayal of teenage sexual exploration and the complex weight of navigating consent, vulnerability, and the aftermath of trauma. Instead of focusing on the liberating experience of first encounters, the narrative meticulously details the anxieties, pressures, and potential for harm within casual hookup culture, grounding itself in the often-silenced emotional fallout. Beyond the shock value, this debut explores the shifting dynamics of long-term female friendship and the difficulty of articulating experiences that carry immense shame and confusion, creating a uniquely uncomfortable—and ultimately cathartic—viewing experience.