Where to watch Perversion for Profit (1965)

Story

This 1965 documentary presents a forceful critique of the adult magazine industry through the perspective of news correspondent George Putnam. The film argues that sexually explicit publications pose a threat to American society, drawing connections between this content and broader cultural decline. Using imagery from adult magazines of the era, the film constructs its argument about the potential social consequences of such material's circulation.

Why watch

• A historical documentary capturing 1960s attitudes toward media and society
• Features journalist George Putnam delivering a pointed social commentary
• A brief, accessible 31-minute examination of a specific cultural moment

Good for: Viewers interested in documentary history and mid-century American social debates; not suitable for young audiences due to subject matter.