Dirty Towel

The idea for “Dirty Towel” originated from a conversation between myself and my co-writer, Emma Parks, about the shame surrounding sex and women’s sexual choices. We started talking to other friends and family and just realized more and more that unfortunately so many people, especially women, have felt shame for their sexual choices whether by society, religion, familial relationships, or more. These toxic beliefs perpetuate a culture where sex remains taboo and speaking openly about it is discouraged. This is especially damaging as it leads many people to feel isolated in their experiences. I made “Dirty Towel” because I want to change this narrative and empower women to be confident in their choices, free from the opinions of others. By exploring themes of generational shame, self-worth, societal expectations, and sexual empowerment, my goal is to spark meaningful conversations and catalyze a collective shift in societal perspectives around sex and shame. I want anyone watching who has ever felt these feelings to know they aren’t alone in them and for those who haven’t, to gain empathy by seeing an experience outside of their own. At its core, “Dirty Towel” is about the human experience and I hope it resonates with and empowers viewers no matter who they are.