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Nudist camp yearnings, tangled romance, and comic relief in pre-war America.

UNASHAMED: A ROMANCE

Tender love and inspiring sacrifice in a modern eden

1938 · 1h 6m · NR · Drama / Romance · IMDB TMDB

Rae Lane entices her workaholic boss to come to a nudist camp in the hopes of winning his heart. Things go swimmingly, with lots of nude golfing and volleyball and some comic relief, until attractive and pert blond Barbara, captures his attention.

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If your cup of tea is pre-Code era nudism, awkward love triangles, and ventriloquists popping up at the most inconvenient moments, Unashamed: A Romance serves it all—plus a rain-soaked heartbreak and a side of comic relief. While Rae Lane’s romantic strategy involves as much undressing as honesty, the real curveball is the camp’s parade of eccentric side characters.

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Quick Answer
What is Unashamed: A Romance about?

Unashamed: A Romance is a 1938 American drama and romance film directed by Allen Stuart about a secretary who tries to win her boss’s affection at a nudist camp, only to face heartbreak when he falls for another guest.

Details & Specs
Director
Allen Stuart
Writers
William Lively, P.C. Prescott-Richardson
Release
1938
Runtime
1h 6m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
Genres
Drama, Romance
Also Known As
The Unashamed, Vend tilbage til naturen

Synopsis

Rae Lane, a secretary who is love with her hypochondriac boss, Robert Lawton, asks her friend Dr. Malvin to suggest that Robert go for his health to Olympic Fields, a nudist camp that Rae frequents. Rae surprises Robert by also staying at the camp, but is surprised herself when she discovers that Robert has fallen in love with another guest, bored socialite Lucille Shearer. Although Robert promises Rae that he will help her celebrate her birthday, he instead spends the evening with Lucille. When Rae follows them in a rain storm, she sees them making love and is so despondent that she throws herself off a cliff.

Why Cult

Nudist Camp Backdrop

The action unfolds at Olympic Fields, a nudist camp, where volleyball and golf are as bare as the emotional stakes.

Pre-War Sexploitation

This 1938 independent film leans into naturism and sexploitation, with both male rear and female topless nudity woven into the storyline.

Romantic Double-Cross

Rae Lane’s quest for love is upended when her boss falls for another, setting up a doomed romance and melodramatic fallout.

Comic Relief Ventriloquist

A ventriloquist and his dummy offer moments of levity amid the camp’s emotional drama.

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Questions from the Vault

What is Unashamed: A Romance about? +

It's about Rae Lane, a secretary, who takes her workaholic boss to a nudist camp hoping to win his affection, only to be heartbroken when he falls for another guest.

When was Unashamed: A Romance released? +

Unashamed: A Romance was released in 1938.

Who directed Unashamed: A Romance? +

The film was directed by Allen Stuart.

How long is Unashamed: A Romance? +

The runtime is 66 minutes.

What genre is Unashamed: A Romance? +

It is a drama and romance film.

Where can I watch Unashamed: A Romance? +

Unashamed: A Romance is available to stream on SassyFlix.

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