No Sex Please - We're British
A porn-store owner orders some new stuff from his supplier, but the delivery address gets mixed with the address of the local Barclays Bank. Here, David (the bank's assistant manager) and his new wife are shocked when photos, then films and finally two girls are sent to them in their bank-supplied flat. They and the bank's head cashier then hatch a plan to get rid of the porn—without letting their boss, the local police and David's mother in on what is happening.
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Plot Summary
A newlywed couple, Francis and Eleanor, are attempting to surprise Eleanor's parents with a romantic evening by ordering a case of Scandinavian love potions through the mail. However, due to a series of embarrassing mix-ups and the arrival of unexpected guests, their quiet night turns into a chaotic whirlwind of mistaken identities, suggestive misunderstandings, and escalating pandemonium. The couple finds themselves desperately trying to hide the evidence and navigate the increasingly absurd situations.
Critical Reception
The film was a commercial success, capitalizing on the popularity of the stage play of the same name. While not critically acclaimed for its artistic merit, it was widely enjoyed by audiences for its broad, farcical humor and slapstick comedy. Critics often noted its lighthearted and often risqué, but ultimately harmless, comedic approach.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its fast-paced farce and physical comedy.
- Appreciated for its lighthearted and often risqué humor.
- Considered a classic British sex comedy of its era.
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Fun Fact
The play 'No Sex Please, We're British' on which the film is based, held the Guinness World Record for the longest-running comedy in the English language, having played continuously in the West End for over 10 years.
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