White Lotus producer explains gay kiss scene between brothers: ‘It’s not for shock’

A producer for The White Lotus has spoken out about a recently aired scene in which two brothers kiss.

The moment between Saxon (Patrick Schwarzenegger) and Lochlan Ratliff (Sam Nivola) is seen in episode five of the critically acclaimed show, which aired last week.

Seasons one and two of the Aimee Lou Wood-starring series previously made headlines for gay sex scenes including depictions of rimming and sex work.

“You’ll see the purpose of that story turn” – David Bernad

Asked in a new interview with the New York Post if he and TWL creator Mike White discussed whether the scene was ‘going too far’, producer David Bernad said: “In terms of that — that’s all [creator Mike White]. Mike is brilliant, and I think those big story turns are not

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