| Name: | More Penises Are Appearing on TV and in Film - But Why Are Nearly All of Them Prosthetic? |
| Authors: | Lehman, Peter |
| Published Date: | 9 Oct. 2020 |
| Indexed Date: | 3 Nov. 2023 |
| Web Link: | https://theconversation.com/more-penises-are-appearing-on-tv-and-in-film-but-why-are-nearly-all-of-them-prosthetic-146906 |
| Index Status: | Complete |
| Original Language: | English |
| Genre: | Non-Fiction |
| Citation: | Lehman, Peter. “More Penises Are Appearing on TV and in Film - But Why Are Nearly All of Them Prosthetic?.” The Conversation, 9 Oct. 2020, https://theconversation.com/more-penises-are-appearing-on-tv-and-in-film-but-why-are-nearly-all-of-them-prosthetic-146906 |
Summary
Male frontal nudity has become more prevalent in mainstream film and television in recent years, with directors and audiences becoming increasingly comfortable with its depiction. This trend is fueled by the rise of premium cable television and streaming platforms, as well as a desire to address the longstanding imbalance of female nudity in movies and TV shows. Additionally, the use of prosthetic penises has become the norm, allowing filmmakers to control the representation and size of the male genitalia, while also reinforcing the cultural significance and mystique associated with it.