Product Description
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 s… More >>
Tags: adolescence, american school system, anatomical detail, baby boom, classroom films, Girls, godsend, moody institute, reproduction, reproductive system, science, symbolism, Woman
#1 by Heidi B. German on April 30, 2010 - 11:43 am
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.
Rating: 5 / 5
#2 by James D. Crabtree on April 30, 2010 - 2:39 pm
This collection of old educational films can be funny and bothersome at the same time. In some cases I found I was learning WAY more than I really needed to. Still, a good product and well worth watching.
Rating: 4 / 5
#3 by Penny on April 30, 2010 - 3:08 pm
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!
Rating: 4 / 5
#4 by K. Heerschap on April 30, 2010 - 5:09 pm
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.
Rating: 3 / 5