The Key to Beauty

Overview

A lot has changed in the years since this promotional short film was made—but a lot hasn’t. Gym clothes have certainly improved, and exercise equipment is sleek and modern. But the message this film sends—“Ladies, the key to beauty is to be fit and be thin”—is still prevalent in 21st-century American society. The various exercises demonstrated here are designed to improve one’s health, posture, muscle tone, and according to the filmmakers, bring happiness.

Details

Status

Released

Release date

July 16, 1917

Original language

English

Countries

United States of America

Production

Paramount,J.R. Bray Studios

Budget

Not recorded

Revenue

Not recorded