Buying Sex

May 1 2013 N/A 1h 15m
Documentary

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.

Plot

Buying Sex looks at the contentious debate over pending reforms to Canadian prostitution laws, prompting us to rethink our attitudes toward the "oldest profession."

Written by

Teresa MacInnes

Directed by

Teresa MacInnes, Kent Nason

Production Countries

Canada

Languages

English

Awards

1 nomination

Scores
# of Votes
246
Average Rating
5.4 out of 10
Metascore
NA
Popularity
NA