Molly Manning's 'How To Have Sex' is now streaming on MUBI.

The film How to Have Sex, directed by Molly Manning Walker, burst into theaters a few weeks ago with a narrative that delves into teenage sexuality, consent and also, abuse, generating a turning point in the representation of these sensitive issues on the big screen.

The plot centers on the story of three British teenagers, 16-year-old Tara (Mia McKenna-Bruce), Em (Enva Lewis) and Skye (Lara Peake), who experience a chaotic vacation at a famous resort on the Greek island of Malia. The young women arrive at the destination in a visibly exalted state, storming in screaming, consuming potato chips and shots continuously. Staying in a room overlooking the pool, the friends embarked on a series of nights out, including karaoke and nightclubs. Their adventure concludes in a return to the resort in the light of dawn, showing signs of drunkenness and feelings of disappointment and frustration.

The experiences of Tara, Em and Skye highlight the complex dynamics that young people often encounter when immersing themselves in extreme leisure environments, which while promising disinhibition and euphoria, can also lead to adverse situations. The director offers a twist on what could be a mere portrait of early youthful sexual experiences, delving into the complexity of the social pressures adolescents face.

Manning Walker, along with the moving performances of the cast, commented in an interview at the time of the film's premiere that the intention was to "explore that pressure on young people to grow up fast and be sexually active" and notes the scarcity of spaces to talk openly about the subject.

Actress Mia McKenna, meanwhile, noted that the film not only appeals to young audiences but has also resonated with other generations.

You can watch it on MUBI UK.