Critics’ reviews

I Want Your Sex (2026)

13 reviews from 13 publications. Critics’ score 69: 7 positive, 3 mixed, 1 negative.

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Variety
23 January 2026 · festival review · Peter Debruge
80*

The critic finds the film an irreverent and joyful rom-com that celebrates liberated, playful sex across generations. Wilde's imperious, campy performance as the dominant artist is singled out for praise.

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Financial Times
27 August 2026 · Danny Leigh
75*

The critic praises the film as a goofy, bubblegum-coloured comedy that makes a heartfelt call for Gen Z to embrace sex, with Olivia Wilde mischievously good as the lustful artist Erika who seduces her young assistant. It is noted for its wilful silliness, art-world satire and return to Araki’s transgressive 1990s style.

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Sight and Sound
27 August 2026
75*

The critic finds Araki’s return to feature filmmaking an enjoyable, transgressive art-world satire and kinky sex-detective yarn that recaptures his spirit with colour, pop music and a wink. It serves as both a playful lesson on the complexities of sex and a defence of messy desire.

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Empire
28 August 2026 · Beth Webb
70*

The critic finds it a lively but ultimately unsatisfying exploration of Gen Z sexuality and BDSM dynamics. They praise Cooper Hoffman's charming performance as the lead.

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Radio Times
24 August 2026 · ★★★
60

The review praises the playful comedy for its top-drawer cast, laughs and light-hearted poking at Generation Z attitudes to sex, while noting one too many climaxes. It highlights the strong supporting performances and raunchy fun.

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Time Out
14 June 2026 · ★★★ · Stephen A Russell
60

The critic calls the film a deliciously silly return to horny comedy, with Olivia Wilde bringing erotic energy as the kink-positive artist and the screenplay flinging filthy one-liners. It is recommended but noted as having screened at Sydney Film Festival ahead of UK release.

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Screen Daily
24 January 2026 · festival review
40*

The critic finds the film fails to deliver on its promise of an irreverent, libidinous romp despite the playful dom-sub rapport between leads; it becomes a disappointingly underdeveloped and fairly conventional story. It is described as more fizzle than sizzle.

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The Hollywood Reporter
24 January 2026 · festival review · David Rooney

The critic finds Araki back in vintage form with a playful, energetic satire of sexual politics and kink that pairs Wilde and Hoffman delightfully. It is a fun, witty commentary on shifting mores that occasionally sags in the final act but remains a blast overall.

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Vulture
31 July 2026 · festival review

The review praises Wilde's performance as a flamboyant, sex-crazed artist as potentially her best role yet, highlighting Araki's light, colorful style and gleeful provocations. It notes the film falters when plot takes over but the fun and deranged sensibility largely carry it.

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Collider
31 January 2026 · festival review · Ross Bonaime
80*

The critic praises the film as an essential sex comedy for the current generation, highlighting the strong performances by Cooper Hoffman and Olivia Wilde and the compassionate portrayal of its characters. They single out the heartfelt exploration of sex and modern relationships for praise, while noting the story takes an odd turn in the final third.

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Deadline
23 January 2026 · festival review · Damon Wise
80*

The critic finds Araki's raunchy, campy comedy a fun outreach to Gen Z with strong odd-couple chemistry between its leads. It is praised for its relatable core about falling for the wrong person amid surreal sexual adventures.

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/Film
31 July 2026 · BJ Colangelo
80*

The critic sees the film as an invigorating, hopeful Araki work that urges Gen Z to embrace real-life intimacy and hedonism over shame or hypotheticals. It singles out the toxic yet compelling central relationship and strong lead performances for praise.

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The Playlist
25 January 2026 · C+ · Gregory Ellwood
63

The critic finds that Araki's signature out-of-the-box thrill has faded, making the film feel nostalgic and safe rather than daring. Wilde and Hoffman deliver charismatic performances that elevate the material and make the film worth watching despite its flaws.

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