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A Sexplanation

A much needed documentary stripping down sex aka A Sexplanation.

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A Sexplanation

A Sexplanation

A Sexplanation

A Sexplanation

A Sexplanation

A much needed documentary stripping down sex aka A Sexplanation.

A much needed documentary stripping down sex aka A Sexplanation.

A much needed documentary stripping down sex aka A Sexplanation.

A much needed documentary stripping down sex aka A Sexplanation.

Alex Liu
Alex Liu
Alex Liu
Alex Liu
1 Campaign |
San Francisco, United States
$13,200 USD by 134 backers
$13,000 USD by 129 backers on May 29, 2014

WE DID IT! 

In less than a week we were able to clear our goal of $10,000. We can't wait to get started!

But we still have more time! So let's make this thing as sexy as possible.

  • Stretch Goal #1: $15,000: We'll interview 3 more sexperts and make 1 more animation. Make A Sexplanation as ravishing as possible. 

This movie is going to get made and we're forever grateful. Let's change sex education forever!

What is A Sexplanation?

A Sexplanation is a feature-length documentary that will strip down human sexuality from the biological to the sociological, starting with the premise that pleasure is a worthwhile pursuit.

The goals:

  • Expose what scientists and educators really know about sex
  • Explain how outdated cultural values get in the way of pleasurable sex
  • Profile solutions that could make us healthier, happier, and sexier
  • ... and present this in a fun, entertaining, engaging way!

A Sexplanation will start shooting this summer. We'll journey through church pews, biology labs, fetish conventions and therapy sessions, investigating the stories of researchers, educators, and sexual pioneers, exploring what makes human sexuality throb, and how we can better understand sex. 

The World According to Alex Liu

Frustrated with sex education, Alex Liu took to YouTube to start doing the job himself. Since 2012, he's created over 30 videos on sexual health related issues for his YouTube channel The Science of Sin. By combining science, sketch comedy, and a little skin, Alex has amassed an audience of over 11,000 followers. Slate recently named Science of Sin as one of its "Brilliant Ideas To Fix Science Education”.

Prior to this Alex studied molecular toxicology at UC Berkeley and worked at Genentech, before plunging into journalism school at New York University's Science, Health, and Environmental Reporting Program (SHERP).  Since then he's reported health and science news at NOVA scienceNOW, CNN Health, the Kaiser Family Foundation, and San Francisco NPR station KQED.  

How Are We Going to Make This Movie?

Research for A Sexplanation started last year, and we’re ready to put the production into action July 2014. We definitely plan to be the most cost conscious project out there.  

The money will go to:

  • Cameraperson
  • Sound technician
  • Editor
  • Animations
  • Travel 

Initial line budget: $22,788 

Post-production: $5,400

Total Cost: $28,188

If we can get just 500 people to pledge $56, then we could easily fund the film. The project has already secured support from London-based production and distribution company, Flynn Entertainment, who will co-produce.


Amazing Perks for our Supporters

Get your Rewards NOW!  From wrist bands and shame-free sex satchels to exclusive film content and premiere parties, our perks will hopefully help the time pass until you can see the film on the big screen. 

Show Solidarity!  Wear our very special Sexplanation bands and make a statement. 

Shame-free sex satchel. Always be ready to use your sex education.

A Limited Edition "Uncut Version" of the film, exclusive only to our IndieGoGo supporters

Donate more and you can get these perks plus opportunities to meet with me and the sexperts, participate on a shoot, attend premiere parties, and even the chance to be interviewed on camera or have your specific sexual questions answered!

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Choose your Perk

$1 Trick

$1 USD
• A hug and high-five whenever we meet!
Estimated Shipping
June 2014
5 claimed

$5 Social Media Whore

$5 USD
• Shout out and selfie to you and our Twitter followers
Estimated Shipping
June 2014
1 claimed

Uncensored Trailer

$15 USD
• Link to the UNCENSORED trailer with bare-skin outtakes. • We’ll send you special digital Sexplanation downloads including Facebook banners, thumbnails and icons. • Shout out and selfie to our Twitter followers
Estimated Shipping
August 2014
10 claimed

Sexplanation Supporter

$25 USD
• Spread the word with our wristband. Comes in male-male, male-female, and female-female options. • Your choice of one of six movie posters signed by Alex • We’ll send you special digital Sexplanation downloads including Facebook banners, thumbnails and icons. • Shout out and selfie to our Twitter followers *Add $10 for international shipping
Estimated Shipping
August 2014
13 out of 250 of claimed

Sexplainer

$40 USD
• Jumpstart fun, intimate conversations about sex and sexuality. Learn things you never knew. We give you a digital guide with methods to ease yourself into some fun discussions with friends, family, and lovers! • Impress your friends with your name in the end credits
Estimated Shipping
August 2014
5 claimed

Sexplanation Advocate

$50 USD
• You get a digital download or DVD of the film • Impress your friends with your name in the end credits. • You also get our digital media packages and shout outs to our 12,000+ Science of Sin Facebook and Twitter followers. *Add $10 for international shipping
Estimated Shipping
August 2015
13 claimed

Uncut Advocate

$55 USD
• You get a digital download or signed DVD of the UNCUT version of the film ONLY for Indiegogo contributors, with an introduction from Alex thanking all the people who bought the film • Impress your friends with your name in the end credits. • You also get our digital media packages and shout outs to our 12,000+ Science of Sin Facebook and Twitter followers. *Add $10 for international shipping
Estimated Shipping
August 2015
16 claimed

Simultaneous Sexplanation

$69 USD
You get a 30 minute Skype call with Alex to help him understand what kind of sexual questions you need answered. He gets to thank you with an uncensored digital download of the film. (August 2015) Win-win.
Estimated Shipping
July 2014
6 out of 10 of claimed

Ultimate Social Media Whore

$75 USD
• You give Alex the message (birthday message, romantic gesture, sexual advance), and Alex will make a 30 second video sent out to our 12,000+ Facebook, Twitter, and Youtube followers.
Estimated Shipping
August 2014
1 out of 15 of claimed

Sex Toy Starter Kit

$99 USD
Curious about sex toys but not sure which ones fit your needs? We got you covered. You get a sex toy starter kit, picked out specifically for you which includes two sex toys (one unisex, one male or female), along with an detailed instructions and evidence-based ideas to increase your fun. Add $10 for international shipping.
Estimated Shipping
August 2014
1 out of 25 of claimed

Uncut Sluts

$100 USD
• Uncensored, exclusive cut of the film • Your name in the end credits • A wristband and limited edition T-shirt. • Digital media packages and shout outs to our 12,000+ Science of Sin Facebook and Twitter followers. *Add $10 for international shipping
Estimated Shipping
August 2015
30 out of 100 of claimed

Sexpert

$169 USD
• Be prepared to hit the town with a specially branded shame-free satchel complete with 100 moments of love (aka premium condoms and lube) and room for all your overnight needs. • Sexplainer Guide to jumpstart sexy conversations • Digital download or signed DVD of the UNCUT version of the film (August 2015) • Name in the end credits • Digital media packages and shout outs to our 12,000+ Science of Sin Facebook and Twitter followers *Add $10 for international shipping
Estimated Shipping
August 2014
2 out of 50 of claimed

Premiere Sluts

$200 USD
• Two tickets to a premiere showing (Travel and lodging to premiere not included.) • Uncensored, exclusive cut of the film • Your name in the end credits • A wristband and limited edition T-shirt. • Digital media packages and shout outs to our 12,000+ Science of Sin Facebook and Twitter followers. *Add $10 for international shipping
Estimated Shipping
August 2015
10 out of 30 of claimed

Want To Be A Star?

$269 USD
Get into the movie! Join us for two days of filming. You can watch a shoot of your choice and/or be interviewed on camera! We'll be including layman interviews in the film to get an idea of people's sexual curiosities. We'll also promote your visit to our 12,000+ Science of Sin Facebook and Twitter followers with selfies and videos. You must be able to provide your own travel and lodging. We're based in San Francisco, but there's a chance we'll be traveling to your neck of the woods.
Estimated Shipping
September 2014
0 out of 5 of claimed

VIP Sluts

$300 USD
• The opportunity to ask me and a sex expert your personal sex questions for 20-minute confidential consultation either over Skype or in person • Two tickets to a premiere showing and uncensored, exclusive cut of the film (August 2015) • Your name in the end credits • A wristband and limited edition T-shirt. • Digital media packages and shout outs to our 12,000+ Science of Sin Facebook and Twitter followers (Travel and lodging not included) *Add $10 for international shipping
Estimated Shipping
August 2014
3 out of 15 of claimed

Associate Producer

$469 USD
The ultimate perk. • You'll be listed as an Associate Producer in the beginning, end, and IMDB credits. You'll also get exclusive pictures and updates • Two tickets to a premiere and premiere party • You get an uncensored digital download or DVD (Travel and lodging not included)
Estimated Shipping
August 2015
2 out of 10 of claimed

VIP Associate Producer

$669 USD
• Two tickets to a premiere with VIP access to a premiere party • Special invite to a private screening party for up to 10 friends • You'll be listed as an Associate Producer in the beginning, end, and IMDB credits. You'll also get exclusive pictures and updates • You get an uncensored digital download or DVD (Travel and lodging not included)
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August 2015
0 out of 5 of claimed

Executive Producer

$1,500 USD
Become a core part of our filmmaking family. •You'll get your name on the front cover of the film as well as in the beginning, end, and IMDB credits. • Have dinner with Alex and the film makers, join us for a day on set, VIP access to premiere and after party, and special shout outs during any premiere or festival screenings. • You'll also get all the gear, swag, and copy of the film in the format of your choice.
1 out of 5 of claimed
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