Actor Martin Freeman defends film depicting sex scenes between him and actress 31 years younger than him

Actor Martin Freeman defended his film "Miller's Girl," which features controversial sex scenes between his character and a student played by 21-year-old Jenna Ortega. The film, released in January, drew criticism for its portrayal of a relationship with a significant age difference. Freeman responded to the backlash by highlighting the film's intent to prompt discomfort and discussion about such relationships. The film’s intimacy coordinator ensured that Ortega was comfortable during filming, amid ongoing discussions about age gaps in Hollywood.