BONK BUSTERS Hollywood’s steamiest movie moments revealed

Sexual content in films has fallen by almost 40% since 2000 as prudish studios censor themselves to avoid offending China. Here we look back at some of cinema's raciest movie moments

The film’s sex scene starts with a small touch from Julie Christie and then unfolds, intercut with shots of her and Donald Sutherland dressing for dinner. The lingering question: Did they actually have sex in that infamous scene for real?

1973

Don't Look Now

The French romantic drama features a six-minute, no-holds-barred sex scene between Adèle (Adèle Exarchopoulos) and Emma (Léa Seydoux) which set pulses racing. The raw performance of the two actresses stirred controversy yet captured the complexity of their characters’ relationship.

2013

Blue Is The Warmest Colour

Sharon Stone’s seductive performance as prime suspect Catherine Tramell certainly made an impression on movie audiences. When detective Nick Curran (Michael Douglas) finally succumbs to Catherine, their passionate and risky encounter is well worth the wait.

1992

Basic Instinct

The steamy handprint scene between Jack (Leonardo DiCaprio) and Rose (Kate Winslet) is unforgettable. The fact they could get caught at any moment only adds to the excitement. One of the most sizzling sex scenes in movie history.

1997

Titanic

Despite there being no explicit nudity shown, the sex scene between Sebastian (Ryan Phillippe), and Annette (Reese Witherspoon) is tender and intimate. It is Annette’s first time and the dynamic between the pair is a blend of nervousness and desire.

1999

Cruel Intentions

This erotic drama about the extremely sexual relationship between John Gray (Mickey Rourke) and Elizabeth McGraw (Kim Basinger) features several unforgettable moments. In the most memorable scene the couple engage in a sensual encounter which involves various food items.

1986

9½ Weeks