Sex (1970): cast, story & where to watch
1970 · Film · ★ 4.4
Released in 1970, Sex is a comedy and drama film directed by David Avidan, running about 26 minutes.
What it’s about. "The image is universal; the country of origin is Israel, confirming that its young are not different from others elsewhere. The atmosphere is cool, modern, Western; the decor utilitarian, the style avant-garde. Nothing detracts from the soft abandon of the scene. This film is banned in Israel. And who said that Israel cannot make sex films? Yet the contrasting myths of Israel as an idealistic society given to righteous self-improvement or a militarist-orthodox state bent on self-aggrandizement are so strong that this work comes as a surprise. Its manifold copulations, sophisticated stance, avant-garde modernity, and political thrusts stamp it as the testimony of a new generation. One sequence: "A vision of the Virgin Mary waiting for the Holy Ghost to do his thing, as Avidan's voice sings a tearful Yiddish refrain and Joseph the Carpenter bangs on the door, before going to take his vengeance by building a cross."" — Amos Vogel
Who’s in it. Sex stars Shosha Goren.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.4/10, Sex has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Sex page.
If you liked it. Fans of Sex tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Sex (1970)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Sex change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Sex worth watching?
- Sex holds an audience score of 4.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Sex?
- Sex stars Shosha Goren.
- When was Sex released?
- Sex was released in 1970, with a runtime of about 26 minutes.