The Ruthless Guide to BDSM

About the Film

The Ruthless Guide to BDSM is a bold and compassionate documentary that dares to go where mainstream media rarely ventures — into the real lives, relationships and communities of people who practice BDSM.

With empathy, humour and remarkable candour, director Kaz B — herself an author, dominatrix and filmmaker with unique lived experience — guides viewers through a world often misrepresented by tabloids and sensational drama.

This is a film about consent, community, identity and freedom — told by the people who live it.

The Director’s Vision

“I made this documentary to give a voice to those who lead alternative lifestyles — to destigmatise the BDSM scene and to create understanding and safe spaces. These are real people with real stories, and they deserve to be heard.”

— Kaz B, Director