Naked in the 21st Century: A Journey Through Naturism

Jul 22, 2004

0h 46m

★ 1.0

Overview

A documentary comparing and contrasting the origin of the nudist movement with how it is practiced today. The film also offers a look at the making of a nudist movie and a retrospective of nudist films from the 1930s to the 1960s.

Genres

Documentary

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Cast

Amber

Athena Demos

Self

Christine Nguyen

Self

J. Roppolo Jacobs

Self

Tony T.L. Young

Harper

Diana Williamson

Bamboo Princess

Eliane Chappuis

Self

Cori-Anne Greenhouse

Self

Lena Yada

Reporter

Grisselle Halime

Self

Siu Wai Cheung

Self

Maryn Ryan

John Pitman reports on the increasing popularity of naturist holidays and the changing attitudes towards them. He traces the growth of the naturist movement, from its small-time beginnings in a park in north Germany, to the multi-million-pound business it is today - especially for France and Yugoslavia.

1.0

Skin Deep

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In Skin Deep, Palmateer explores her own interpretation of what it means to be free. By stripping down and riding waves in remote and idyllic locations, she undertakes a journey towards uninhibited self-expression.

3.3

This Naked Age

Nov 14, 1932

"This Nude World" is a groundbreaking 1932 "documentary" celebrating the age-old tradition of playing volleyball in you socks... and nothing else. The film purports to pose probing questions about the morality of nudist colonies o cover its actual aim of getting naked people on screen... primarily in long shots. A highlight of the film is the peeks at the phenomena in Germany, France (including Lido de Paris) and the United States along with wonderful pre-WWII footage of the cities visited A real hoot. It passed the National Board of Review in 1932.

2.0

Living Naked

May 26, 1993

A documentary about French naturism with some perspectives from Germany. The film includes discussion on the history of French naturism; distinctions between naturism and nudism; nudism in various historical, social, cultural and political contexts; and personal shares from many individuals. Naturists from a wide age range, young children to adults in their 80s, speak to how naturism supports self-acceptance, acceptance of others, deep meaninful relationships, wellness and vitality.

3.3

Naturist Cleaners

Jun 1, 2021

Welcome to the world of naturist cleaning. This documentary explores a unique twist on how some people handle their domestic chores. Hear from company owners and directors as well as clients and cleaners.

0.0

Naked Gardens

Jul 16, 2024

A visually stunning narrative documentary, NAKED GARDENS immerses audiences in the complex, unseen world of a family nudist resort in the Florida Everglades. Filmed over one season at this lush tropical campsite, the film follows the stories of individuals drawn to an unusual community, which promises both non-conformist values and, more importantly for some, a cheap place to live. As aging owner Morley and his residents prepare for the largest gathering of nudists in the US, the Mid-Winter Naturist Festival, they are faced with challenges both as a community and as individuals.

4.1

The Raw Ones

Dec 31, 1965

Sun-kissed Floridians enjoy volleyball, jumping rope, trampolines, and relaxing in the sun.

5.0

Educating Julie

Jan 1, 1984

Julie is an English student assigned to write a paper about "nudity in the 80s". A bit overwhelmed at first she takes on the project by visiting a nudist camping with her boyfriend. But while she learns about nudity and nudism, her boyfriend struggles to keep up.

4.0

Isle of Levant

Feb 8, 1957

A documentary on the island off the French Riviera where 'bathing in the buff' isn't just practiced, it's highly encouraged!

4.6

As Nature Intended

Nov 30, 1961

Three girls on a tour of the English countryside meet up with two young women who introduce them to the joys of life in a nudist camp.

0.0

Le tour de France de Lucie

Jul 2, 2025

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4.0

Florida - Naturally

Jan 1, 2003

Alice, Sherry and Randee take a look at some of the naturist opportunities in Florida.

5.2

Naked Yoga

Jan 1, 1974

Three young ladies perform yoga without clothes in the open air of Cyprus. Another does the same in a studio. These visuals are interspersed with images of Eastern art, processed for "psychedelic" effect. The narrator relates the practice of yoga to Buddhist philosophy. Preserved by the Academy Film Archive in partnership with British Film Institute in 2012.

0.0

Naked USA Volume II: Florida

Jan 1, 1989

Several of the largest and most popular Florida nudist resorts are visited at a time when they are bursting with peak season events. Some members have embraced the nudist lifestyle for a long time and some are new to the experience.