Cooper Hoffman Says He Was Laughing While Olivia Wilde Was ‘Shoving Panties Into My Mouth’ for “I Want Your Sex” (Exclusive)

**Cooper Hoffman Shines in Risqué Comedy ‘I Want Your Sex’**

Cooper Hoffman, a rising star in the film industry, is taking a bold step in his latest role. In the upcoming dramedy, “I Want Your Sex,” directed by Gregg Araki, he plays Elliott, a fresh graduate navigating the complexities of a steamy relationship with an intriguing artist character played by Olivia Wilde. The film, which is set to be released on July 31, delves into the boundaries of desire and the nuances of modern relationships, offering a unique blend of comedy and drama.

Hoffman, who is 23 years old, recounted his experience filming intimate scenes with Wilde during a recent interview with PEOPLE. The actor revealed that despite the risqué nature of the scenes, he often found himself laughing on set. His character, Elliott, enters into a provocative affair with Wilde’s character, Erika Tracy, an artist known for her dominance and eccentric personality. This relationship leads him into a series of outrageous situations that stretch the limits of his comfort.

The film showcases various unconventional themes, including the use of sex toys, role play, and explicit scenarios that see Elliott submissively following his boss’s whims, including crawling on all fours dressed as a domestic worker. Hoffman acknowledged that laughter was an essential part of navigating these scenes, stating, “You have to laugh. Otherwise, it’s an inherently insane situation that we’re going through.”

His co-star, Chase Sui Wonders, who depicts Elliott’s roommate, Apple, agreed, highlighting the importance of humour in breaking the ice during the filming of such intimate material. “Like, literally, Olivia shoving panties into my mouth. It’s just all like, it’s really funny,” Hoffman said, referring to one particularly absurd moment.

The dynamic between the cast was relatively new, with Hoffman sharing that he had met both Wilde and Wonders only a few times prior to shooting. “There wasn’t a lot of lead-up before we were on set filming these intimate scenes,” he explained, reflecting on the challenges of conducting such personal moments with unfamiliar actors.

Most of the film’s more explicit scenes were shot within the first week, placing the actors in awkward situations early in the process. Haha, who made his debut in Paul Thomas Anderson’s “Licorice Pizza,” stated that by this point, he was immersed in the peculiar atmosphere of the production. He candidly remarked, “The outfit’s a little weird … The dildo, I know. The lube. It’s a whole thing, but it’s going to be good. Just another day on the job.”

The supportive environment established by Wilde helped Hoffman and Wonders feel comfortable tackling such challenging material. He described Wilde as being grounded and well-versed in the field, often sharing amusing and enlightening stories from her own life with the cast. Wonders echoed this sentiment, noting, “Olivia’s character is so confident. So by design, Cooper and I just got to be like, ‘Yes. Yes, ma’am.’”

Both actors praised the contributions of the film’s intimacy coordinator, Yehuda Duenyas, who played a critical role in choreographing the more provocative scenes. Duenyas is described by Hoffman as “the dude,” explaining, “He will converse about the intricacies of what it feels like to hit a G-spot or what it feels like to peg. And I’m like, ‘Yes, Yehuda. Go off, dude.’”

Wonders added a humorous anecdote about an instance where Duenyas gave a demonstration on how to perform a specific action on set, saying, “It’s one of those things where if there’s any sort of awkward feeling… he would give a demonstration. And then it gives you something to go off of.” Such guidance was crucial to the actors as they navigated uncharted territory on screen.

As they prepare for the film’s release, both Hoffman and Wonders express enthusiasm about sharing “I Want Your Sex” with audiences. The impending launch promises to offer viewers not just a glimpse of unrestrained desires, but also an exploration of relationships in today’s world. With its provocative themes and humorous undertones, the film looks set to spark conversations while entertaining audiences.

“I Want Your Sex” opens in cinemas on July 31, inviting viewers to join in on a daring exploration of love, intimacy, and the laughable twists that can arise within unconventional relationships.