Sharon Stone has revisited the enduring legacy of the iconic yet controversial scene from the 1992 film ‘Basic Instinct,’ a moment that not only propelled her to stardom but also sparked fierce debate over the boundaries of artistic expression and the media’s treatment of female performers. In an interview with Business Insider, Stone reflected on how the scene, which included a revealing shot of her character, made her a household name but failed to earn her the professional respect she felt was due.