Sylvie Meis on first TV sex scenes: 'It really wasn't that difficult'

Sylvie Meis is starring in the new German series Friesenjunkies as a troubled businesswoman, marking her first experience filming intimate scenes on screen. Although she was surprised by the number of crew members on set, Meis stated that the process was made easier by the presence of an intimacy coach.
Presenter and actress Sylvie Meis has taken on a new acting challenge in the German television series Friesenjunkies. In the show, the 48-year-old portrays a businesswoman struggling with addiction issues and marital difficulties, a role she describes as a fantastic opportunity to showcase her acting range. As part of her performance, Meis filmed her first-ever intimate scenes, though she maintained a strict condition that she would not appear nude on screen.
The production utilized a closed set to film these moments, although Meis expressed initial surprise at the presence of at least ten crew members in the room. Despite the potential for awkwardness, she felt supported by the production team and an intimacy coach throughout the process. Reflecting on the experience in an interview with Bild, Meis noted that the scenes were not as difficult as she had anticipated. She has expressed pride in her performance, noting that she was impressed with some of the emotional scenes she was able to deliver for the project.
Based on reporting by nu. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.
