Harriet Herbig-Matten Calls for More Coaching in Intimate Scenes - Harriet Herbig-Matten Calls for More Coaching in Intimate Scenes
Actress Harriet Herbig-Matten is making headlines with her new ARD series, Black Gold, which debuts today in the ARD media library. Known for her breakout role in the teen drama Maxton Hall, she is now speaking openly about the need for better professional standards in the film industry—especially when it comes to intimate scenes and personal boundaries.
Herbig-Matten first gained international recognition through her performance in Maxton Hall. Since then, she has become a vocal advocate for mental health and clearer boundaries in the workplace. In recent interviews, she stressed that intimacy coaching should be mandatory on set to ensure actors feel safe and respected.
The new series, Black Gold, marks her latest project under ARD. While the first four episodes will appear in the media library today, they will also broadcast on linear TV next week at 8:15 PM on Das Erste. Herbig-Matten has highlighted how important it is for actors to have control over their working conditions, particularly in a male-dominated industry.
She continues to push for systemic change, arguing that professional standards for intimate scenes must become the norm rather than the exception. Her own experiences have shaped her determination to speak out on these issues.
With Black Gold now available, Herbig-Matten’s call for industry reform remains in the spotlight. The series will reach a wider audience when it airs on Das Erste next week. Her advocacy for intimacy coaching and mental health support reflects broader demands for safer, more respectful working environments in film and television.
