‘It was very stressful’: Queen Charlotte sex scenes seen by TV stars

Considered sultry, the first season of The Bridgerton Chronicle was talked about, among other things, for its many intimate scenes. The temperature dropped quickly the next season, which was much more reasonable, to the chagrin of some fans.

For the prequel, Queen Charlotte, Shonda Rhimes’ team stuck to the same balance. Sure, there’s a bittersweet embrace between the two main characters, but they unravel in a story that focuses on other, more difficult topics like mental illness.

Corey Milcherist, who plays King George on screen, has no regrets that these scenes are secondary. “Bridgerton has been criticized in the past because these scenes were gratuitoushe explains variety. We’re proud to say that’s not the case here.“

When it comes to filming, the actor reveals that these moments “were very stressed“: “I say this as a man on set and I was still nervous, so that says a lot about that kind of environment.The actor is full of praise for his co-star India Amarteifio, whom he calls “brilliant“And with whom he was able to create a bond of real trust.

As with post-#MeToo filming, intimacy coordinators were also on set. They make sure that there are no inappropriate gestures during sex scenes. Thanks to its professionals, India Amarteifio speaks “safe space“: “They really make sure we have a say in these scenes.“

He continues: “Everything is there for a reason. This is a statement from our team and Shonda Rhimes, everyone is sincere, lovely, and remembers that we’re doing this for the series and the specific story. We don’t shoot these scenes just for the fun of shooting them.”

Queen Charlotte: A Bridgerton Chapter is available on Netflix.