Not sure if that was just for them, or if I was being queried as well, but I'll answer. Personally, I don't think that distinction would matter. I'd still be annoyed. To me, it's about intent and who wants me to see it.
In those shots, it's like a third party (the dev) is pointing up her skirt, elbowing you and goin' 😏
Whether it was more obvious or not, I'd still find it annoying.
I think the problem is the 4th wall. Sexuality is fine, but it should make sense in the absence of the 4th wall.