Buying Sex (2013): cast, story & where to watch
2013 · Film · ★ 6.4
Released in 2013, Buying Sex is a documentary film directed by Teresa MacInnes, running about 75 minutes.
What it’s about. Timely and wise, this feature documentary explores the state of prostitution laws in Canada. Buying Sex captures the complexity of the issue by listening to the frequently conflicting voices of sex workers, policy-makers, lawyers and even the male buyers who make their claim for why prostitution is good for society. Examining the realities in Sweden and New Zealand, and respecting the differences of ideology as Canada works its way toward an uneasy consensus, the film challenges us to think for ourselves and offers a gripping and invaluable account of just what is at stake for all of us.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.4/10, Buying Sex has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Buying Sex page.
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Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Buying Sex (2013)?
- In US, Buying Sex is available to rent or buy from Apple TV Store. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Buying Sex worth watching?
- Buying Sex holds an audience score of 6.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- When was Buying Sex released?
- Buying Sex was released in 2013, with a runtime of about 75 minutes.