• Hedy Lamarr: From First Woman Orgasm in film history to Hollywood Star and Unsung Inventor

  • Mar 16 2024
  • Length: 4 mins
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Hedy Lamarr: From First Woman Orgasm in film history to Hollywood Star and Unsung Inventor

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  • Dive into the remarkable life of Hedy Lamarr, an enigmatic figure whose beauty and talent dazzled Hollywood, and whose intellect and innovation left an indelible mark on technology. From her controversial role in 'Ecstasy', which featured the first depiction of a woman's orgasm in film history, to her status as a silver screen icon, Lamarr defied conventional expectations. Beyond her cinematic achievements, discover her groundbreaking contributions to technology, including the development of a frequency-hopping spread spectrum, a precursor to modern Wi-Fi and Bluetooth. Lamarr's story is a testament to the power of multidimensional talent and the impact of women in both arts and sciences.
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