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During a holiday to the beach Jenny meets Alan and agrees to spend the week with him. Wanting to keep this a secret from her parents Jenny gets help from her friend Mary to pretend her whereabouts but disaster strikes during a boating accident. It is soon discovered Jenny was not with Mary. When the parents find out the truth they pressure the couple to get married, but Jenny thinks otherwise.
The film tells the story of a young woman who goes on a "wakes week" holiday and has an affair, only to discover that the man involved is already engaged to her friend. The scandal threatens to disrupt the lives of both families in the industrial town of Hindle.
Hindle Wakes (1952) received mixed to positive reviews. Critics praised its sensitive portrayal of social mores and the performances of its cast, particularly Maureen Pryor. However, some found the pacing occasionally slow and the subject matter somewhat dated even for its time.
Praised for its strong dramatic performances.
Appreciated for its examination of social hypocrisy and class.
Some found the narrative a bit predictable.
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The film is based on the controversial 1910 play of the same name by Stanley Houghton, which itself caused a stir for its frank depiction of a working-class woman's independence.
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An experienced British cast star in this melodrama of a young mill-working girl on a seaside holiday with her friend. After a night at a dance hall, she hooks up with the son of a local mill owner and they have a clandestine time. All goes ...