Rattle of a Simple Man
Dec 20 1964
•2h 32m
•Comedy, Drama
Percy Winthram is a naive young man who still lives at home with his mum. In London for the Cup Final with his friends, he finds himself in a Soho strip club, where he meets blonde hostess Cyrenne. Accepting a bet from friend Ginger, he accompanies Cyrenne back to her flat, and a boast-worthy night of lust seems to be on the cards. However, drained of beer and bravado, Percy's innocence and vulnerability become all too evident.
Cast
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Harry H. Corbett
Percy Winthram
Diane Cilento
Cyrenne
Thora Hird
Mrs. Winthram
Michael Medwin
Ginger
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