
Ladies in Black is a 2018 Australian comedy-drama film directed by Bruce Beresford. The film follows the story of a group of department store employees in Sydney in the 1950s. While the film is primarily a lighthearted comedy, it also contains several moments of sexual tension.
The main character, Lisa, is a young woman who is hired to work in the store’s fashion department. She quickly develops a crush on the store’s handsome manager, Magda. Throughout the film, there are several moments of sexual tension between the two. In one scene, Magda takes Lisa to a nightclub and they share a dance. The scene is filled with sexual tension as they move closer together and their eyes meet.
Another moment of sexual tension occurs when Lisa and Magda go to a beach house together. While there, they share a passionate kiss. This moment is particularly powerful as it is the first time that Lisa has ever experienced a romantic moment with someone.
The film also contains a few moments of sexual innuendo. In one scene, Magda and Lisa are discussing a dress that Lisa is trying on. Magda remarks that the dress is “very revealing” and Lisa responds that it is “not too revealing”. This exchange is filled with sexual innuendo and hints at the attraction between the two characters.
Overall, Ladies in Black is a lighthearted comedy with several moments of sexual tension. These moments add an extra layer of depth to the film and make it an enjoyable watch.
Australian Cinema Release Version has nudity at 23:38 minutes, there are 24 frames of female breast nudity, Patty Williams (Alison McGirr) has showered, returns to her bedroom whilst wearing only a yellow/white striped towel, and then fully undresses by removing the towel whilst walking to the left side of the screen, and both breasts are seen.
A few other sexual comments, nothing explicit
At 23:48 minutes, Patty Williams (Alison McGirr) has showered, returns to her bedroom whilst wearing a towel and undresses by removing the towel. No nudity shown
It is hinted at that one of the main characters was raped by a much older man numerous times in her apartment, but this is very subtle and most likely won't be picked up on by younger audience members