Louis Theroux: Selling Sex

A diverse range of subjects (at a stretch) but very pessimistic narrative which did not do justice to the individual stories and motivations. This could have truly shown an important view on the individual needs and benefits of SW as an income and personal need but the constant reflection on previous experiences and childhood while in no doubt relevant created a not so subtle narrative around trauma from early age and young adulthood. Would have expected a better investigation and less biased narrative. Not his best work and disappointing given the A+ individuals that agreed to partake.

It was so moving I brought tears to my eyes. It also empowered sex workers by telling the stories of clients who wouldn't be able to enjoy sex if it wasn't for sex workers. Would highly recommend

Well firstly noted that Louis looked a bit miserable throughout as if he didnt want to be there. Of the stories probably the blonde lady with the children was the most interesting and interesting is a bit of stretch. The ageing redhead and her husband probably had the most to hide. The lushy bits for the camera were a bit fake.You have to assume he is probably impotent and thats the reason she is allowed other men for satisfaction. The Ashbergers girl was neither that attractive or desirable and I didnt like her fruit fly friends either. A minute or three with the Muscular dystrophy flashed by. Louis seems so sad these days. In his pomp watch Weird Weekends its almost a different Louis completely. he is fantastic at what he does though, good or bad.

This documentary was not objective at all. The questions were leading the interviewees to a predetermined direction and the commentary presented a biased view instead of providing some kind of fresh viewpoint to the subject. Would not recommend anyone to waste time on this, there are already too many similar documentaries.

Right away this doc poses the question if "selling sex can ever be a healthy way to make money". Louis has been down this road before, but 'Selling Sex' approaches the topic by genuinely fleshing out the people doing this line of work. Sad undertones, financial realities & society's judgements. It doesn't break new ground, but it's down to earth nature is inviting and makes for an easy watch.

He talks with a 33 year old single mother of four who's been doing it since she was 29. No mention of the children's father(s) are made, but it left me curious. He also speaks with a retired couple where the wife does it on the side and a 23 year old funding her last year of school who did webcam work before escorting. There's uncomfortable spots, but they're heartfelt because it reminds you these people are human.

As someone who hasn't experienced either side of the coin - the subject is interesting. Fascinating to listen to a male partner who accepts their spouse doing this line of work as an element of hurt lingers beneath the surface. A daughter's uneasy task at 14 years old grasping her mom doing this. A young woman battling mental issues, a broken childhood. Broader issued like whenever they get pleasure from it. Like his brothel journey, Louis gets some talk from the client side and what they get out of it.

Interested in this sexual marketplace or just open minded, this is an intriguing look into a practice that is becoming more common place. Much more accessible in this modern digital age. Where it falls on the morality scale, damage done to those involved is left open to debate. Though illegal in many places, you learn it's above board in the UK too.