Complicated Women

Complicated Women takes a thought-provoking look at the bold, independent, and sexually confident actresses who graced Hollywood screens before the enforcement of the Hays Code in 1934. Through interviews and analysis of films produced between 1929 and 1934, this documentary showcases how these women broke free from traditional gender roles, embracing strength, desire, entrepreneurship, and rebellion against male dominance. By exploring these characters and the actresses who portrayed them, Complicated Women reveals the profound impact of the Production Code on cinema and the close relationship between the Catholic Legion of Decency and major studios.

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