Cynthia Erivo Praises Intimacy Coordinators at London Film Festival

Cynthia Erivo has spoken candidly about the importance of working with an intimacy coordinator, stating that they do not receive enough credit. Speaking at a London Film Festival screen talk for her new movie "Prima Facie," Erivo defended the professionals, noting that they are often given a hard time despite performing crucial work.

In her first film role following "Wicked," Erivo stars as Tessa Ensler in an adaptation of Suzie Miller's acclaimed stage play. She praised intimacy coordinator Lizzy Talbot for creating a safe environment during difficult scenes, explaining how vital it was to safely navigate intense emotional and physical moments on set.