0:00split screen historical group and speaker
This scene features a vertical split screen. The upper two-thirds displays a black and white historical photograph of three young women, likely factory workers, standing close together, laughing and smiling brightly. They appear to be in their late teens or early twenties, with light-colored blouses and short, curly hair, reminiscent of the 1920s or 30s. The woman on the left is holding her arm up, possibly pointing or gesturing. The lighting is soft and even. The lower third of the screen shows a modern young woman speaking directly to the camera, framed from her chest up. She has dark, wavy hair and is wearing a light brown knitted sweater. Her expression is serious and slightly concerned, with her mouth slightly open as if mid-sentence. The background behind her is a simple, blurred, light-colored wall. A white text overlay 'know' appears briefly over the image on the upper right side.
0:01split screen radium paint and speaker
The scene continues with a vertical split screen. The upper two-thirds features a close-up shot of an old, distressed yellow metal paint can with a dark green lid and handle. The label on the can reads 'RADIUM PAINT' in green letters, with a large red skull and crossbones underneath, and the word 'TOXIC' in red. Below that, it says '500 GROSS'. The can shows signs of wear and rust, indicating its age. The background behind the can is a muted, reddish-brown brick wall, providing a textured backdrop. The lighting highlights the worn details of the can. The lower third still shows the modern young woman, speaking to the camera. Her expression is now slightly more emphatic, with her eyebrows raised and mouth open, conveying a sense of concern or revelation. The text 'literally' is overlaid in white, centered over the paint can.
0:02split screen factory smoke and speaker
This scene presents a vertical split screen. The upper two-thirds shows a factory chimney with a distinct orange and white striped pattern, emitting a thick plume of white smoke into a murky, greenish-grey sky. The chimney is tall and industrial, with parts of the factory structure visible below it. The overall color palette is desaturated, giving a somber and industrial feel. The smoke trails off to the left, indicating wind. The lower third maintains the shot of the modern young woman. Her expression is serious and slightly troubled, with her mouth slightly open. The white text 'deadly' is overlaid centrally, appearing to be emitted from the smoke plume.
0:03split screen phone scrolling and speaker
The scene displays a vertical split screen. The upper two-thirds focuses on a close-up of hands typing or scrolling on a smartphone in a dimly lit environment. The phone screen is brightly lit, showing what appears to be a financial graph with blue lines and white background. The fingers are actively interacting with the screen, suggesting intense engagement. The background is dark and out of focus, emphasizing the phone and hands. The lower third features the modern young woman. Her expression is now wide-eyed, with her mouth slightly agape, indicating surprise or shock. The white text 'us' is overlaid on the lower portion of the phone screen, aligning with the graph.
0:04split screen skull phone case and speaker
This vertical split screen scene shows a close-up of a person's hands holding a black smartphone with a bright yellow skull and crossbones design on its case, pressed against their ear. The phone is positioned in the upper two-thirds of the frame, indicating a call in progress. The background is blurred and warm-toned, suggesting an indoor setting with natural light. The lower third features the modern young woman, still with wide, surprised eyes and an open mouth. Her expression remains one of shock. The text 'Radium' is overlaid in white, placed near the bottom edge of the phone, partially covering the skull design.
0:05split screen newspaper headline and speaker with text overlay
The scene transitions to a vertical split screen. The upper two-thirds displays a zoomed-in, sepia-toned image of an old newspaper headline that reads 'Woman Tells How Radium Dooms Her' in large, dark, bold font, followed by smaller text. The paper has a vintage, slightly crumpled texture. The lower third of the screen shows the modern young woman, still looking surprised and speaking. Her mouth is open, and her eyes are wide, conveying a sense of disbelief or shock. The white text 'will' is overlaid on the newspaper, located just below the main headline. The overall lighting is consistent with a vintage newspaper appearance.
0:07split screen woman painting watch dial and speaker
This scene features a vertical split screen. The upper two-thirds shows a black and white, slightly grainy close-up of a young woman intently painting a watch dial. She has dark, curly hair pulled back, and is wearing a light-colored uniform or blouse. Her gaze is fixed on the small watch dial, which she holds carefully in one hand, while using a fine brush in the other. The background is softly blurred, showing hints of a workshop environment. The lower third of the screen features the modern young woman, with her expression still wide-eyed and her mouth open in a state of surprise or mild shock. The text 'you.' is overlaid in white, positioned centrally over the woman's shoulder.
0:08newspaper headline text overlay
This scene is a full-screen, sepia-toned image of an old newspaper. The prominent headline reads 'Woman Tells How Radium Dooms Her,' with a smaller sub-headline 'Doctor Prepares to Predict Fatality.' The newspaper text is detailed and vintage, with columns of small print visible. The overall texture is aged and slightly worn. The white text overlay 'In the 1920s,' appears in the upper left section of the newspaper text, highlighting a specific time period.
0:09factory workers painting dials
This full-screen, sepia-toned scene depicts several young women, likely factory workers, seated at long wooden tables in a workshop. They are all focused on painting small objects, presumably watch dials. The woman in the foreground is in profile, diligently bringing a fine brush to her mouth, a common practice to sharpen the brush tip. She holds a small, round object in her other hand and a small dish of paint on the table. The other women in the background are also engaged in similar tasks, though less clearly visible. The room has industrial lighting and large windows, suggesting a factory setting from the early 20th century. The atmosphere is one of quiet, focused labor. The text 'were' appears in white, overlaid on the table in front of the central worker, followed by 'brushes' on the right side.
0:12close up woman painting watch dial text
This is a black and white close-up shot of a young woman's upper body, identical to the one seen in an earlier split-screen, focused on her hands as she carefully paints a watch dial. She has dark, curly hair and wears a light-colored blouse or uniform. Her head is bowed, and she's intently focused on the task, holding a watch dial in one hand and a thin brush in the other. The background is blurred, maintaining focus on her and the watch. The text 'paint,' is overlaid in white, situated just below her hand and the watch, emphasizing the material being used.
0:13radium paint can close up
This full-screen scene is a close-up of an old, yellow metal paint can with a dark green lid and handle. The label reads 'RADIUM PAINT' in green text, with a red skull and crossbones and 'TOXIC 500 GROSS' below it. The can is clearly aged, with visible rust and wear, consistent with an antique object. The background is a muted brick wall, softly blurred. The lighting emphasizes the texture and vintage quality of the can. The text 'radium' is overlaid in white, placed directly over the word 'PAINT' on the can's label, reiterating its contents.
0:14watch dial close up
This scene is a close-up of an antique rectangular watch dial. The numbers 1-12 are clearly visible, along with the word 'ELGIN' on the face. The watch hands are positioned between 2 and 3 o'clock. The dial itself has a cream or off-white color, encased in a metallic, possibly silver, bezel. The surface shows some signs of age, consistent with a vintage item. The text 'made' is overlaid in white, positioned centrally near the bottom of the watch face.
0:15glowing watch dial in dark
This scene is a close-up of an antique rectangular watch dial, identical to the previous one, but now depicted in near darkness. The watch numbers and hands, particularly the hour and minute hands, are glowing with a bright, eerie green luminescence. This effect highlights the 'glow-in-the-dark' property of the radium paint. The background is completely dark, drawing all attention to the glowing watch. The text 'in the' is overlaid in white, positioned over the watch hands, emphasizing the action.
0:16classroom of girls historical photo
This is a full-screen, black and white historical photograph depicting a large classroom or assembly hall filled with numerous young girls, likely students or workers, seated at individual desks arranged in rows. The room appears spacious with high ceilings and large windows, possibly in an institutional building. An American flag is visible hanging on the back wall near a doorway. The girls are mostly in their seats, some looking towards the front, others at their desks. The atmosphere is formal and quiet. The text 'girls' is overlaid in white, positioned centrally over the heads of the girls in the middle rows.
0:17radium beauty advertisement text overlay
This scene displays a full-screen, sepia-toned vintage advertisement from the 'New York Tribune' for 'Radium and Beauty.' The ad features a smiling woman in an oval inset, radiating lines suggesting a glow. The text promotes various 'Radior' toilet requisites, such as 'Radium Cream' and 'Radium Toilet Soap,' suggesting they offer 'new energy' for beauty. The ad's overall design is ornate with decorative fonts. The text 'safe,' is overlaid in white, positioned centrally over the ad's main text, referring to the misleading claims of the products.
0:18radium beauty advertisement zoom in text
This scene is a full-screen, sepia-toned vintage advertisement from the 'New York Tribune' for 'Radium and Beauty,' identical to the previous scene but with a slight zoom in. The ad features a smiling woman in an oval inset, with text promoting various 'Radior' toilet requisites. The decorative fonts and aged paper texture are clearly visible. The white text 'healthy' is overlaid on the lower portion of the advertisement, emphasizing the false claims about the radium products. The lighting remains consistent with a vintage document.
0:19radium beauty advertisement text question
The scene continues to display a full-screen, sepia-toned vintage advertisement for 'Radium and Beauty.' The image of the smiling woman is prominent. Overlaying the center of the screen, in bold white text, is the question 'What happend next?' The advertisement itself, with its ornate fonts and claims, serves as a backdrop to this stark question, creating a dramatic contrast between the past's marketing and the impending revelation.
0:20newspaper photo collapsed woman text overlay
This scene presents a full-screen, black and white historical newspaper photo. It depicts a man in a suit carefully assisting a collapsed woman, who is slumped in a high-backed chair. The woman appears frail and unresponsive, with her head tilted back and eyes closed. The man holds her hands and arm, looking down at her with concern. The photo is grainy, typical of old newspaper prints. The background shows some text from the newspaper page. The text 'jaws' is overlaid in white, positioned centrally over the image, referring to the physical effects of radium poisoning.
0:21newspaper headline bones glow text
This full-screen scene is a sepia-toned close-up of an old newspaper headline, identical to previous instances. The bold headline reads 'Woman Tells How Radium Dooms Her,' with smaller text below. The aged, textured paper is visible. The white text 'their' is overlaid just below the headline, referring to the victims of radium poisoning.
0:22stacked documents radium articles text overlay
This scene displays a dynamic view of several documents, primarily white sheets of paper with black text, implying research or articles about radium. The documents are slightly angled and overlapping. The topmost document has a green header with white text that reads 'Glowing Graves Against Radium', with a sub-line 'A visit to the graves of Mollie Maggia and'. Below it, another article with the headline 'Gender Bias and the Long Fight to Recognize Occupational Poisoning' and '“It Took a Man to Die”: Why Evidence Came Late' is visible. The text 'dark' is overlaid in white, positioned over the lower article, emphasizing the grim aspect of the story. The documents appear stark against a light background.
0:24split screen glowing paint factory scenes
This scene is a vertical split screen, both sections in black and white. The upper half is a close-up of a young woman painting a watch dial, similar to previous shots, but with an added digital effect: the paint she is using in a small jar, and some on the watch dial, glows with a vibrant green luminescence. The lower half shows a wider shot of a factory floor, with several women seated at long tables, working under industrial lamps. The digital green glow is added to the paint jars and watch dials on their tables, making them stand out in the dark, industrial setting. The text 'time.' is overlaid in white, centrally on the brick wall in the lower section, indicating knowledge of the danger.
0:25close up glowing paint on dial text
This scene is a black and white close-up of a person's hands meticulously painting a watch dial with a glowing green substance. The dial, held in one hand, has numbers and markings that are also illuminated with a bright green glow. The fine brush held in the other hand is precise, applying the luminescent paint from a small jar. The background is dark and blurred, emphasizing the glowing work. The texture of the hands and the watch are clear. The white text 'memos' is overlaid on the upper part of the image, implying internal knowledge of the dangers. This is followed by 'it' overlaid on the watch dial.
0:27hundred dollar bill overhead text
This scene presents an overhead shot of a crisp one hundred dollar bill, prominently featuring Benjamin Franklin's portrait, lying on a chaotic bed of other crumpled and scattered hundred dollar bills. The dollars are slightly disarranged, creating a sense of abundance or perhaps the casual disregard of wealth. The lighting is bright and even, highlighting the details of the currency. The white text 'profitable,' is overlaid centrally on the main hundred dollar bill, emphasizing the profit motive behind the actions.
0:28split screen historical women and factory text
This scene is a vertical split screen, both sides in black and white. The upper half shows a group of five young women, likely radium girls, smiling and laughing together, appearing cheerful. They are close-knit, with one woman seemingly putting her arm around another. The lower half shows a wider shot of a factory floor, with several women seated at long tables, similar to earlier scenes, working under industrial lamps. The setting is bright with large windows. The text 'were' is overlaid in white, centrally on the brick wall in the lower section, connecting the women's experience to the factory environment.
0:30close up young woman factory text
This scene is a close-up, sepia-toned shot of a young woman's upper body, seated at a desk. She has dark, wavy hair styled in a bun or chignon, and wears a long-sleeved dress or blouse with a patterned front. She is looking down, concentrating on something out of frame. Her expression is serious and composed. The lighting is soft, highlighting her features. The text 'replaceable'.' is overlaid in white, positioned centrally over her chest, conveying the company's cynical view of its workers.
0:31newspaper clippings toxic materials text
This scene displays a dynamic collage of several overlapping, sepia-toned newspaper clippings, focused on sensational headlines about radium. The most prominent headline reads 'DAILY TIMES RADIUM DEATH VICTIM WINS'. Another clipping below it shows a photo of several people gathered around a person lying down, possibly a victim or a court scene. The clippings are layered, some partially obscured. The overall feel is one of historical scandal and tragedy. The white text 'Here's the thing about toxic materials.' is overlaid in large, bold letters, positioned centrally over the newspaper clippings.
0:33factory chimney smoke text
This full-screen scene features a tall factory chimney with orange and white stripes, emitting a large cloud of white smoke into a greenish-grey sky. The chimney is industrial and imposing, with the factory structure visible at its base. The smoke drifts from left to right across the frame. The color palette is desaturated, giving a somber tone. The white text 'Companies always know before you do' is overlaid, with 'you' highlighted and placed near the smoke plume.
0:35overhead crushed cans text
This scene provides a high-angle, overhead shot of a large pile of brightly colored, crushed aluminum cans. The cans are a chaotic mix of red, blue, green, and silver, creating a vibrant, yet discarded, mosaic. A clear plastic bag filled with more cans is visible amongst the pile. The texture of the crushed metal is evident. The white text 'and they always choose profit over people.' is overlaid centrally over the colorful pile of cans, with 'profit' highlighted.
0:36hands on phone graph text
This scene is a close-up of a person's hands actively interacting with a smartphone screen in a dark room. The phone screen is brightly lit, displaying a financial graph with blue lines on a white background. The fingers are pressing and swiping on the screen, indicating active use. The background is completely dark, drawing all attention to the illuminated phone and hands. The white text 'profit' is overlaid on the screen, above the graph. This is followed by 'people. Your' on the lower part of the screen, emphasizing the conflict between profit and human well-being.
0:37iphone back camera close up
This scene is an extreme close-up of the back of a modern smartphone, likely an iPhone, revealing its camera array and the Apple logo. The phone's back is a sleek, light grey or silver color, and the three prominent camera lenses are metallic black, enclosed in a polished metallic square. The Apple logo is subtly placed below the camera module. The surface shows some light scratches or dust, adding realism. The lighting is direct and bright. The text 'phone case?' is overlaid in white, positioned over the Apple logo, introducing the next topic.
0:38plastic shards microplastics close up
This scene provides an extreme close-up, almost microscopic view, of a chaotic mix of small, irregular plastic shards in various bright colors: red, blue, green, yellow, and white. They are scattered over a dark, textured surface, possibly sand or earth. The fragments vary in size and shape, creating a vivid, yet concerning, visual. The lighting is strong, highlighting the individual pieces. The white text 'made' is overlaid centrally, appearing to be within the pile of plastic.
0:40microplastics floating in water
This scene is an extreme close-up of numerous small, colorful plastic fragments, or microplastics, floating and tumbling within clear water. The fragments are irregular shapes and sizes, in shades of blue, green, yellow, pink, and white. They are actively swirling and moving, suggesting agitation in the water. The background is a dark, blurred texture, making the brightly colored plastics stand out. The white text 'shed' is overlaid centrally, appearing to be amidst the floating particles.
0:42hand putting phone in pocket
This scene captures a close-up of a person's hand, likely female, with rings on several fingers and neatly manicured nails, putting a light-colored smartphone into the front pocket of light blue jeans. The phone case has a textured, possibly woven, appearance. The movement is smooth and deliberate. The background is blurred, showing hints of greenery, suggesting an outdoor setting. The light is natural and bright.
0:43hand holding test tube microplastics beach
This scene shows a close-up of a hand, with light brown skin, holding a clear glass test tube filled with water and a visible layer of colorful microplastic fragments at the bottom. The test tube is held upright against a bright, sunny beach background with blurred ocean and sand. The colors of the microplastics are vibrant, contrasting with the clear water. The white text 'your' is overlaid over the test tube, above the microplastic layer, indicating where these particles might end up.
0:44hands typing on phone text
This scene is a close-up of two hands, one with a bracelet, typing on a dark-colored smartphone. The phone screen is brightly lit, showing an interface with text, possibly an email or messaging app. The fingers are actively pressing the screen. The background is a blurred, reddish-pink striped pattern, suggesting a fabric or wall. The lighting is focused on the phone screen and hands. The white text 'day.' is overlaid centrally on the phone screen, emphasizing the continuous nature of exposure.
0:45hand holding pink phone case text
This scene is a close-up of a hand with dark nail polish, delicately holding a sleek, plain pink smartphone case. The phone case has a single, vertically aligned camera lens opening visible on its back, indicating a modern smartphone. The fingers are carefully supporting the case. The background is dimly lit and blurred, focusing attention on the pink case and the hand. The lighting casts subtle shadows, adding depth. The text 'Pela case is different.' is overlaid in white, positioned centrally on the pink phone case.
0:47woman on phone with polka dot case text
This scene shows a close-up of a woman's ear and cheek, as she holds a light blue smartphone with a playful multi-colored polka dot case (red, yellow, white dots) to her ear. Her hair, light brown or blonde, is visible around her ear. Her fingernail is light-colored and neatly manicured. The camera is slightly angled upwards, capturing the phone's back camera lenses and the vibrant case. The background is blurred, focusing on the interaction. The white text 'is' is overlaid on the polka dot phone case, emphasizing the brand.
0:48hand holding plant pellets over carpet
This scene is a close-up of a hand, with light skin and short nails, holding a handful of small, beige, granular pellets, letting some trickle down onto a textured brown carpet. The pellets appear uniform in size and color, resembling plant material or seeds. The carpet provides a soft, blurred background, keeping the focus on the pellets and the hand. The lighting is bright and even. The white text 'plants.' is overlaid centrally over the hand and pellets, identifying their origin.
0:49pink phone case on compost text
This scene features a close-up, overhead shot of a plain pink smartphone case lying on a dark, rich, soil-like surface, possibly compost or earth. The surface has small pieces of organic matter, like tiny leaves or bark, scattered across it. The pink case stands out against the dark, organic background. The lighting is natural and diffuse. The white text 'Compostable.' is overlaid centrally over the phone case, highlighting its eco-friendly property.
0:50multiple pela cases accessories text
This scene shows a collection of various Pela brand phone cases and accessories arranged on a wooden surface, possibly a table. A light blue notebook or case is in the upper left, with a light green phone grip accessory. Several distinct phone cases are visible, including one with a white background and colorful floral/mushroom pattern, and another with a wavy rainbow stripe design. A Scrabble-like board game with the letters 'H E L' is partially visible in the background. The items are laid out to showcase variety and design. The white text 'BPA.' is overlaid centrally near the rainbow striped case.
0:51pela case mushroom pattern in grass text
This scene is a close-up of a hand, with light-colored manicured nails, holding a Pela brand smartphone case. The case has a white background with a vibrant, colorful pattern of mushrooms and flowers. The hand is holding the phone case in a patch of bright green grass, providing a natural and organic backdrop. The lighting is soft and natural. The white text 'phthalates.' is overlaid centrally over the phone case, continuing the list of harmful chemicals it does not contain.
0:52raspberries and pela case text
This scene presents an overhead close-up of a hand placing fresh red raspberries into a small white bowl. Next to the bowl, on a textured white fabric, is a Pela brand smartphone case with a bright pink background and a pattern of red strawberries. The fabric below is also patterned with a large red strawberry design. The scene suggests a fresh, natural, and healthy aesthetic. The lighting is bright and inviting. The white text 'metals.' is overlaid centrally over the phone case, concluding the list of absent harmful materials.
0:53row of pela cases text
This scene shows a close-up of a row of several Pela brand phone cases, lying flat on a smooth surface. Each case features a unique design: one has a white background with pink cowboy hats, another is dark with subtle patterns, and another is black with geometric shapes. The cases are lined up, showcasing the variety of patterns and colors available. The lighting is soft and even. The white text 'in' is overlaid centrally over the case with pink cowboy hats, indicating the origin of production.
0:54woman waving with pela package text
This scene features a smiling young Caucasian woman with long, dark hair, partially dyed blonde, and a nose piercing. She is wearing a grey-blue hoodie and holds a light brown, flat, rectangular package with the 'pela' logo on it. She is waving her hand to the camera, with a cheerful and friendly expression. The background is a bright, white indoor setting with some shelving and a blurred-out workspace, suggesting an office or warehouse. The white text 'people' is overlaid in the lower right corner, near her waving hand.
0:55woman working in factory text
This scene shows a medium shot of a woman with curly brown hair, wearing a black t-shirt and red work gloves, working in what appears to be a factory or manufacturing facility. She is handling white, granular material, pouring it from one plastic bag into another, demonstrating a careful and precise movement. The background features industrial machinery and white walls. The lighting is bright and functional, typical of a clean manufacturing environment. The white text 'wages.' is overlaid centrally over her hand, referencing fair labor practices.
0:56pela logo made of materials with worker text
This scene displays a large, stylized 'pela' logo on a white wall, creatively formed from numerous small, colorful, granular materials in shades of green, purple, blue, and grey. In the foreground, a young person wearing a light-colored baseball cap is partially visible, looking down at something out of frame, giving a sense of scale and human connection to the brand. The lighting is bright and clean. The white text 'disposable' is overlaid centrally, appearing to be in front of the logo, contrasting Pela with typical disposable products.
0:57pela cases logo and tagline
This final scene features four different Pela brand phone cases held by four different hands, arranged in a circular formation, against a blurred outdoor background of green trees and dappled sunlight. Each case has a unique design: one is white with colorful mushrooms, one is light blue with a topographic map pattern, one is dark with a collage of nature-themed stickers, and one is light beige with a subtle textured pattern. The hands holding them vary in skin tone. The Pela logo, in white, is prominently displayed in the center of the screen, with the tagline 'Make a decision without making a sacrifice' below it. The overall impression is eco-conscious, natural, and diverse.
