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Help Wanted Female
Two kinky female roommates have odd habits. One is a hooker who beats up and robs her customers after she has sex with them. The other one takes money from men to perform stripteases for them at her place. One day she and a customer, Mr. Gregory, drop some LSD together and he begins to tell her a story that makes the girls realize this time they may have more on their hands than they bargained for.
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Plot Summary
A British comedy-drama, 'Help Wanted Female' explores the ramifications when a small, struggling Welsh mining town decides to bring women into their all-male workforce to boost the local economy. The arrival of the female workers disrupts the established social order and introduces new dynamics between the men and women. The film follows the initial awkwardness, burgeoning relationships, and eventual integration of the sexes in the workplace and community.
Critical Reception
While specific critical reviews from 1968 are scarce, 'Help Wanted Female' is generally remembered as a charming and lighthearted British comedy that tackled a then-unusual social experiment with warmth and humor. It was seen as a modest but well-received film that resonated with audiences for its relatable characters and its optimistic outlook on social change.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its gentle humor and charming depiction of a Welsh community.
Appreciated for its progressive and optimistic portrayal of gender integration in the workplace.
Noted for its likable cast and heartwarming narrative.
Google audience: Information on Google user reviews for this specific 1968 film is not readily available.
Fun Fact
The film was notable for its time in depicting women entering traditionally male-dominated industrial jobs, reflecting societal shifts of the late 1960s.
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