A reporter's exposé assignment turns into an unexpectedly breezy initiation at a nudist camp.
DIARY OF A NUDIST
A female reporter infiltrates a nudist colony in the hopes of exposing its immoral ways. However, once there, she finds herself enjoying it a little bit more than she anticipated.
Quick Answer
Diary of a Nudist is a 1961 American adventure, drama, and romance film directed by Doris Wishman about a female reporter who infiltrates a nudist camp to write an exposé but finds herself drawn to their way of life.
Programmer's Pick
Doris Wishman brings her signature blend of sunshine and skin to this cheerful slice of nudist cinema, flipping expectations as the exposé turns into an accidental recruitment drive. Come for the sensational premise, stay for the volleyball and impromptu philosophizing—clothing optional.
— SassyFlix Programmer
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Why This Matters
Produced and directed by Doris Wishman, this 1961 film reflects the era's fascination with nudist themes and is notable for Wishman's role as a female filmmaker in a niche exploitation genre.
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Why Cult
Doris Wishman, one of the few women in exploitation cinema, directs and writes this entry in the nudistploitation genre.
The film provides a playful, inside look at life in a 1960s American nudist colony, complete with camp activities and philosophy.
With its blend of innocent adventure and abundant nudity, this is a classic example of the 'nudie cutie' subgenre.
A newspaper exposé assignment turns into a personal journey, with the reporter going native at the nudist colony.
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Who directed Diary of a Nudist? +
Diary of a Nudist was directed by Doris Wishman.
How long is Diary of a Nudist? +
Diary of a Nudist has a runtime of 72 minutes.
What genre is Diary of a Nudist? +
Diary of a Nudist is an adventure, drama, and romance film.
Where can I watch Diary of a Nudist? +
Diary of a Nudist is available to watch on SassyFlix.
