Documentary Cult Classic

A modish lens on Britain’s early '70s pin-up scene, from street opinions to Penthouse royalty.

THE ANATOMY OF A PIN-UP

1971 · 31m · NR · Documentary / Short · IMDB TMDB

Modish documentary about attitudes to nude modelling in Britain.

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What is The Anatomy of a Pin-Up about?

The Anatomy of a Pin-Up is a 1971 British documentary short directed by David Cohen about the nude modeling industry and public attitudes toward 'Penthouse Pets' in early 1970s Britain. It features candid interviews and notable figures from the era.

Programmer's Pick

A brisk, cheeky slice of early '70s Britain, The Anatomy of a Pin-Up serves up both public prurience and high-gloss industry insight. Where else will you find Barbara Cartland and Bob Guccione weighing in on the same subject? This is not your average documentary short.

— SassyFlix Programmer

Overview

The Anatomy of a Pin-Up offers a lively and unconventional look into Britain’s nude modeling industry at the dawn of the 1970s. Through a mix of street interviews with 'ordinary' (and often highly eccentric) Brits and conversations with industry insiders—including Penthouse owner Bob Guccione, photographer Amnon Bar-Tur, model Katie Brooks, and novelist Barbara Cartland—the film captures shifting social attitudes toward sexuality, nudity, and fashion. This short documentary stands out for its blend of modish style and candid commentary, serving as a time capsule of the era’s cultural and erotic sensibilities. Originally released as a second feature alongside Hitchcock's Frenzy, it’s a snapshot of a swinging, sometimes bizarre, British subculture.

Details & Specs

Director: David Cohen
Release: 1971
Runtime: 31m
Genres: Documentary, Short

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