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21 Films and TV Shows about KINK that got it wrong, some more than others.

"The Story of O" (1975) - This French erotic drama film is based on a novel about a woman who becomes involved in BDSM and submission. The film has been criticized for its portrayal of BDSM as misogynistic and non-consensual.
"Venus in Furs" (1969) - This Italian film is based on a novel about a man who becomes obsessed with a woman who enjoys BDSM and submission. The film has been criticized for its unrealistic and sensationalized portrayal of BDSM.

"Belle de Jour" (1967) - This French film tells the story of a housewife who becomes a prostitute and explores BDSM with her clients. While the film has been praised for its exploration of female sexuality, it has also been criticized for its depiction of BDSM as linked to trauma and abuse.

"Marquis de Sade: Justine" (1977) - This film is based on a novel by the infamous Marquis de Sade and includes depictions of BDSM and sadomasochism. The film has been criticized for its graphic and sensationalized portrayal of BDSM, as well as its depiction of non-consensual acts.

"The Secretary" (2002) - This American romantic comedy-drama film tells the story of a woman who enters into a BDSM relationship with her boss. While the film has been praised for its portrayal of a consensual BDSM relationship, it has also been criticized for perpetuating harmful stereotypes about BDSM practitioners being damaged goods.

"Fifty Shades of Grey" (2015) - This American romantic drama film is based on a novel about a woman who enters into a BDSM relationship with a wealthy businessman. The film has been widely criticized for its inaccurate and harmful portrayal of BDSM, including the portrayal of non-consensual acts and the perpetuation of harmful stereotypes.

"Law & Order: Special Victims Unit" (TV series) - This long-running American crime drama series includes several episodes featuring BDSM as a key plot point. However, the show has been criticized for its sensationalist and inaccurate portrayal of BDSM, as well as its tendency to depict practitioners as deviant or dangerous.

"Nip/Tuck" (TV series) - This American drama series includes several storylines featuring BDSM and fetishism. However, the show has been criticized for its negative and inaccurate portrayal of these practices, including the perpetuation of harmful stereotypes about practitioners.

"American Horror Story: Hotel" (TV series) - This season of the American horror anthology series includes a storyline featuring a sadomasochistic couple. While some viewers praised the show for its willingness to explore taboo subjects, others criticized its portrayal of BDSM as violent and non-consensual.
"Masters of Sex" (TV series) - This American drama series about the pioneering sex researchers Masters and Johnson includes several scenes featuring BDSM and fetishism. However, some BDSM practitioners have criticized the show for its inaccurate and simplistic portrayal of these practices.

"Killing Kittens" (2018) - This British comedy film tells the story of a group of friends who explore BDSM and fetishism together. However, some critics have argued that the film perpetuates harmful stereotypes about BDSM practitioners, particularly in its depiction of male dominance and female submission.

"The Night Porter" (1974) - This controversial film explores a BDSM relationship between a former concentration camp inmate and her former Nazi captor. While some viewers praised the film for its daring and provocative subject matter, others criticized its portrayal of BDSM as rooted in trauma and abuse.

"Submission" (TV series) - This American drama series tells the story of a high school teacher who becomes involved in a BDSM relationship with one of her students. The show has been criticized for its portrayal of BDSM as linked to power imbalances and for perpetuating harmful stereotypes about BDSM practitioners.

"Crash" (1996) - This British-Canadian film explores the sexual fetishism of car crashes. The film has been criticized for its graphic and disturbing depictions of violence and fetishism.

"Bound" (1996) - This American neo-noir crime thriller tells the story of two women who become involved in a BDSM relationship while planning a heist. The film has been praised for its portrayal of a consensual BDSM relationship between two women, but some BDSM practitioners have criticized the film for its inaccurate and unrealistic portrayal of these practices.

"9 1/2 Weeks" (1986) - This American erotic romantic drama film explores the relationship between a woman and a man who introduces her to BDSM and sexual experimentation. The film has been criticized for its portrayal of BDSM as linked to male dominance and female submission, as well as its perpetuation of harmful stereotypes about BDSM practitioners.

"Preaching to the Perverted" (1997) - This British comedy film tells the story of a dominatrix who becomes involved in a political scandal. The film has been criticized for its inaccurate and sensationalized portrayal of BDSM and fetishism, as well as its perpetuation of harmful stereotypes about practitioners.

"The Duke of Burgundy" (2014) - This British drama film tells the story of a lesbian couple who explore BDSM and power dynamics in their relationship. While some viewers praised the film for its sensitive and nuanced portrayal of BDSM, others criticized its depiction of BDSM as rooted in trauma and abuse.

"Gerald's Game" (2017) - This American horror thriller film is based on a novel by Stephen King and includes depictions of BDSM and bondage. While som e viewers praised the film for its exploration of trauma and survival, others criticized its portrayal of BDSM as linked to violence and abuse.

"Bonding" (TV series) - This American comedy-drama series tells the story of a dominatrix who hires her gay best friend as her assistant. While the show has been praised for its portrayal of a consensual and respectful BDSM relationship, some BDSM practitioners have criticized the show for perpetuating harmful stereotypes about practitioners and portraying BDSM as a source of shame.

"The Pet" (2006) - This American horror film depicts a woman who becomes involved in a BDSM relationship with a man who turns out to be a serial killer. The film has been criticized for its perpetuation of harmful stereotypes about BDSM practitioners and its portrayal of BDSM as linked to violence and abuse.

Overall, these TV shows and films have been criticized for their inaccurate, sensationalized, or harmful portrayals of BDSM and fetishism. Many of these depictions perpetuate harmful stereotypes about practitioners and link BDSM to trauma or abuse, which can contribute to the stigmatization of these practices and the marginalization of BDSM communities. While there have been some positive and nuanced portrayals of BDSM and fetishism in media over the past 50 years, it is clear that there is still a need for more accurate and respectful depictions of these practices.

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