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Erotic film is less sexually explicit than hardcore pornography. The visual representation of genitalia (full nudity) is increasingly in film and television. Softcore also typically contains depictions of sexual activity, such as sexual intercourse or masturbation. The sexual activity is typically simulated. Softcore typically does not contain explicit depictions of vaginal or anal penetration, cunnilingus, fellatio and ejaculation.Portions of images that are considered too explicit may be obscured in a variety of ways, such as the use of draped hair or clothing, carefully positioned hands or other body parts, carefully positioned foreground elements in the scene (often plants or drapery), and carefully chosen camera angles.

In most cases sexual acts depicted in softcore are simulated by the actors and actress with no actual penetration occurring. The actors may wear latex genital covers to prevent physical contact. Film directors go to great lengths to obscure such covers on screen, but often fail to completely hide them. In most countries softcore films can be rated or classified, usually on a restricted rating. Depending on local laws, a restricted film may be sold, typically in a sex shop, hired, exhibited or broadcast. The exhibition of such films may be restricted to those above a certain age, typically 18. The broadcasting of such films is most strictly regulated.