Life — September 7, 1922 — page 3: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

This page is primarily an **advertisement**, not a satirical cartoon. It announces the Palmer Photoplay Corporation's entry into motion picture production in Hollywood, with a new building under construction. The ad emphasizes the company's mission to bring "new blood" and fresh creative perspectives to filmmaking—new thoughts, ideas, and imagination. It appeals for talented writers and creative personnel, promising fair compensation and creative control to contributors. The text includes an "Entrance Examination" section inviting the public to submit story ideas and take a creative test, positioning this as an opportunity to discover untapped talent for the film industry. There is no political satire here—this is straightforward early-20th-century Hollywood business promotion.