It might be the most talked about show of the festive season, but Netflix's Regency drama Bridgerton has faced criticism from viewers over its 'wooden' acting and 'boring' plot. And a controversial sex scene in the sixth episode has seen accusations by some that the show ignores male rape. The scene sees central character Daphne Bridgerton (Phoebe Dynevor) refusing to stop having sex with the Duke of Hastings (Regé-Jean Page) despite his requests to. Daphne Bridgerton locks her body onto the Duke's in episode six, despite his protestationsShonda Rhimes' Netflix debut has set pulses racing with a mixture of sultry moments, scandal and shock. Sex scene from the show is picturedThere has been strong reaction to the depiction of Daphne refusing to stop having sex with the Duke despite his protestations.

Source: Daily Mail December 29, 2020 10:42 UTC