How To Be A Woman: Volume 2
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As the daughters of the baby boom reached adolescence, the American school system struggled to educate them on matters of sexual and social development – lessons that were not always being taught at home. To the teacher uncomfortable with such topics, classroom films were a godsend. They depicted the reproductive system in anatomical detail (Growing Girls) or through puzzling symbolism (The Wonders of Reproduction, produced by the Moody Institute of Science). Beyond sex education, classroom films addressed a wide array of social issues, from the importance of cooking skills (You’re the judge, starring a young Bonnie Franklin), to self-defense (Attack and how to appear more pleasing to others (Improve Your Personality). Often corny, sometimes frightening, these cinematic life lessons – curate and introduced by Skip Elsheimer, founder of the A/V Geeks educational film archive – provide a fascinating window to the hopes and fears of parents and educators in mid-century America.
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer : No
MPAA rating : NR (Not Rated)
Product Dimensions : 0.7 x 7.5 x 5.4 inches; 2.72 ounces
Director : Various
Media Format : Multiple Formats, Color, NTSC, Black & White
Run time : 3 hours and 15 minutes
Release date : October 6, 2009
Actors : Various
Studio : Kino Lorber films
ASIN : B002HROHIU
Number of discs : 1
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Amazon Customer –
Still relevant to young ones
Great at home. School teachers loved it for the lesson plan/teaching.
Listing Books –
These releases by Kino DVD is eye opening perfect for the lover of retro
These releases by Kino DVD is eye opening perfect for the lover of retro, vintage and old-school reality. I laughed and roared with humor seeing these old films. Priceless product. Worth ever red cent. Hilarious and most of all a great trip into the past.
K. Heerschap –
Some funny shorts, some are just strange
When I first saw this collection, I thought the shorts were all from 1948, and was surprised when they started discussing waiting for sex, and more adult themes from the 60s-80s.”Wonders of Reproduction” is basically a guy talking about how his fish reproduce (which has nothing to do with humans, and is kind of a let-down from the title). “Why Study Economics?” “Lets Make a Sandwich” “Growing Girls” (which actually does get into human reproduction, and the way women in the 40s/50s dealt with menstruation is pretty interesting)and “Pattern for Smartness” are probably the best on the disc. Notice how the Home Economics Teacher keeps showing up with her wise and womanly advice (an old maid at 26!).The more contemporary ones are just flashy and weird. “Redbook 18-34” gave me a headache, and “Girls are Better Than Ever” was just stupid. “Attack” is worth a watch, just to see the Brown Belt 5’5″ 100lb instructor with her heels and cat-eye glasses pummel the attacking man. It’s especially satisfying when she finally gives him a kick to the groin.Overall, I’d say it’s worth watching, but not owning.
Penny –
blast from the past
These “health” films from my childhood were a blast from the past, to say the least. It is amazing how much women have progressed in their lifestyles and roll in the family. This was totally enjoyed as well by my daughter, who is 28. It was a real cultural eyeopener for her. I recommend the companion films on “How to be a Man”, especially to compare the differences between how boys and girls were raised. Good for a laugh and a peek at how things were. I highly recommend these to anyone with a penchant for nostalgia!
Heidi B. German –
very funny
I have not heard it but I gave it to friends for Christmas and they think it is very very funny. I first saw it recommended on a TV morning show.
Hammer + Jazz –
Fascinating !!!
Yes , there are a lot of funny things from previous decades in these educational films . I would think this would be an excellent disc to play at a large gathering or party . It’s a very stimulating conversation prompter . As a huge fan of fiction films from previous decades i feel this is an absolutely fascinating glimpse at clothing , hairstyles , posture , conduct , screen writing and so on from these times past . I don’t know if it’ll be you’re thing but you certainly owe yourself at least a rental if curious . Strongly recommended .
Alan Denman –
Four Stars
funny but it does say something
Ferret Fan –
The 50’s
This is just too funny to watch. I forgot how repressed we all were.