Alec McCowen, Antony Carrick, Arthur Cox

The story of the rise of a madame of a suburban brothel catering to older men, inspired by the real experiences of Cynthia Payne.

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R, 105 min.

Directed by: Terry Jones

Release Date: May 15, 1987

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  • September 29, 2009
    Loved this when I was younger for obvious reasons, love it now for its subtle comedy value ;o)
  • January 24, 2009
    funny,loveable,rude..lol
  • September 19, 2008
    wow i have just seen this movie 4 the 1st time n think that this is a good movie 2 watch...this has got a good cast of actors/actressess throughout this movie...i think that julie walters is great throughout this movie because she is a good actress n shes made some good movies......( read more)this has got a good cast of actors/actressess throughout this movie...this is a good 1980's movie 2 watch...this is a good movie n its enjoyable throughout 2 watch n its really funny as well throughout this movie i think that the director of this movie had done a good job of directing this movie because you never know what 2 expect throughout this movie n its really enjoyable movie 2 watch
  • December 12, 2007
    Very touching film, well acted.
  • August 9, 2007
    English movie making at its best. Julie Walters plays a magnificent part as the madame of a suburban brothel catering to the kinks of older men. The story was inspired by the real life story of Cynthia Payne - in fact she acted as Executive Producer. Nitty gritty life with tongue...( read more) in cheek - very saucy. Stunning part played by Julie Walters - she never fails to please. I have seen the movie before but thought it was time it was written up and brought to the attention of those that have never viewed it before - especially my friends overseas who might only have access to Hollywood productions and not the social dramas of the English film makers.
  • August 8, 2007
    an enjoyable british made film showing how narrow minded we were such a short time ago.
  • August 2, 2007
    Julie Walters cannot put a foot wrong in my view. I LOVE HER!

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