Prohibition for the Movies? THE LITTLE-KNOWN STORY OF THE HAYS CODE
You’ve likely watched movies and TV shows filmed under the restrictions of the Hays Code without realizing it was to blame for the wacky choices the directors made. For example, Mental Floss reports the code is the reason “I Love Lucy” never showed Lucy and Ricky sharing a bed or used the word “pregnant,” even when Lucy was expecting! It’s also the reason why Betty Boop temporarily lost her garter belt and why the birth scene in “Gone With the Wind” was filmed in shadows. In fact, even a “silhouette” birth should
If you’ve seen the classic movie “Casablanca,” you might be surprised to learn that the original version was more risque than the one later shown on theater screens. The night Rick and Ilsa shared in Paris was more, ahem, explicitly passionate, but those lines were dropped on the cutting room floor.
much like Prohibition — which preceded it— had been designed to clean up a drunken America.
Why? Well, it wasn’t because of artistic choice. According to Mental Floss, “Joseph I. Breen, the head of the Production Code Administration, personally objected to any reference in ‘Casablanca’ about Rick and Ilsa having possibly slept together in Paris.” What a killjoy! Breen’s objection was backed up by an industry standard of the time called the Hays Code (or officially, the Motion Picture Production Code). This now-forgotten list of rules predated today’s movie rating system and governed Hollywood from 1934 to 1968, restricting expression in countless movies and TV shows. It was intended to clean up the violent, drug-filled movie business
As the Australian Centre for the Moving Image (ACMI) puts it, “The code prohibited profanity, suggestive nudity, graphic or realistic violence, sexual persuasions, and rape” — but it also prohibited certain kinds of costumes and dances, censored homosexuality, and banished
have been off-limits, but somehow, the producers sneaked it through. To learn more about the origins and ending of the Hays Code, check out the NPR story
married movie couples to separate beds! Just a few of the stranger things banned under the Hays Code were justifications of revenge, mockery of the clergy, and showing alcohol “when not required by the plot.”
“Remembering Hollywood’s Hays Code, 40 Years On.”
With aging comes experience and wisdom, but it doesn’t have to show on the surface! There are ways to drastically slow down the clock that don’t involve any invasive surgeries, tons of money, or huge lifestyle changes. The Secrets to Everyday Habits to Make You Look Younger
Exercise works wonders.
Physical movement takes the cake! Exercise is proven to drastically
Eat an anti-inflammatory diet.
slow down aging. To prevent muscle loss and maintain a youthful glow, get moving at least four times a week. Whether you enjoy
Taking up a diet that works to reduce your body’s inflammatory response is beneficial to slowing the aging process. When you eat foods that promote inflammation, telomere lengths are shortened prematurely. Telomeres are a compound structure at the end of a chromosome that protect against cell division, which promotes aging. The goal is to keep them long, and anti-inflammatory foods do just that! Fresh fruits, leafy vegetables, nuts, and olive oil are all great foods to indulge in to reduce inflammation.
walks around the block, bike rides through the park, or hitting the gym, combining cardiovascular exercise with resistance training and stretching is the recipe for success in maintaining youth. Not to mention, your health will thank you!
Get your zzz’s.
Moisturize and cleanse your face on a regular basis.
Sleep promotes bodily recharge and repair. They don’t call it beauty sleep just for fun! When you’re getting quality sleep, the blood flow in your skin increases, allowing collagen to rebuild to repair damage from UV rays and age. To eliminate wrinkles and age spots, don’t skimp out on your sleep! Aging gracefully doesn’t have to mean it’s obvious on the surface! Take care of your body so it can take care of you and maintain your youthful appearance naturally.
Keeping your face moisturized and clean is a vital part of a healthy skin care routine. However, avoid using regular soap on your face, as it can contribute to dry skin and make you look older. Opt for a gentle cleanser that doesn’t strip moisture and always follow up with a good moisturizer to lock in a youthful glow!
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