To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a webbrowser that supports HTML5video Doctor Climax is coming (ahem) to Netflix tomorrow, and your possible new TV obsession was partially inspired by real correspondence. The comedy-drama set in 1970s Thailand follows Dr Nat, who once dreamt of being a novelist, and so begins anonymously writing a sex column, The Climax Question. Readers can ask him anything about the world of sex and relationships, and he offers his detailed advice.
The column was considered revolutionary as the subject matter was still seen as taboo, and so wasn’t openly discussed. The feature becomes so popular as he tackles topics such as STDs, foreplay, and masturbation, that newspaper sales dramatically increase. As a result, people become determined to uncover who is behind the words – something Dr Nat,who wishes to keep his identity a secret, and continue just being known as a skin doctor, does not welcome.
That’s not the only thing going on for Dr Nat. While working his side hustle, he forms a close bond with the newspaper’s art department head Linda, which has the power to ruin his relationship with his wife Tukta and bring shame on his family. The directors and production crew behind the series worked hard to recreate a realistic 1970s Thailand.
They were able to do this by drawing on personal memories, as well as using old photos, interviews, and movies sourced from the Thai Film Archive. ‘During that time, the count.