Heath Ledger’s Joker is the apex of celebrity method acting. The "pencil trick" scene redefined villainy.
Conversely, the modern #MeToo era has forced a re-evaluation of the "gratuitous" scene. Audiences and critics have become more discerning, questioning whether a scene was empowering for the actor or exploitative. This shift has led to the rise of "intimacy coordinators" on set, ensuring that the performance of nudity is safe, choreographed, and professional. Top 300 Celebrity Nude Scenes Of All-time