No one did glamour quite like the old Hollywood studio system. Right or wrong, they had filmmaking down to an art and a highly efficient business. The studios did exceptionally well discovering raw talent and honing and polishing their stars until they displayed a sheen of perfection, bringing us some of the most glamorous and accomplished Old Hollywood actresses. For female stars, this included posture, diction, and acting lessons. Actresses were often put on diets and specific surgical procedures to meet the physical requirements expected by the studio.
