Helen Hayes PSA - American Cancer Society - 1960's

Shotlist & Visual Analysis

The still features a woman seated on a patterned couch in a home setting, delivering a public service announcement for the American Cancer Society from the 1960s. She appears to be middle-aged, wearing glasses and a modest dress, holding a piece of paper. The backdrop includes a lamp and framed artwork, evoking a domestic atmosphere. The text 'AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY' is prominently displayed at the bottom, emphasizing the message of the PSA. The overall tone is earnest, aligning with the intent to raise awareness about cancer.

00:00:17.384 — The still features a woman seated on a patterned couch in a home setting, delivering a public service announcement for the American Cancer Society from the 1960s. She appears to be middle-aged, wearing glasses and a modest dress, holding a piece of paper. The backdrop includes a lamp and framed artwork, evoking a domestic atmosphere. The text 'AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY' is prominently displayed at the bottom, emphasizing the message of the PSA. The overall tone is earnest, aligning with the intent to raise awareness about cancer.

Film Transcript / Subtitles

Miss Helen Hayes. Your life and the lives of those you love may be saved by knowing the seven danger signals of cancer. Get your own copy of cancer's seven danger signals and other life-saving information by contacting your unit of the American Cancer Society.