Storyline

Boy (Gordon) meets girl (Florence), sharing an interest in tennis. But Florence has a supremely ambitious mother who intends to push her ahead regardless (she barely knows her own husband exists). Florence's tennis career rapidly advances, thanks to mother's manipulation and a promotion-minded coach; building toward the inevitable conflict between the fulfilment of Mother's dreams...and daughter's.—Rod Crawford

Plot Keywords

actor shares first name with character, hospital room, heart condition, mother slaps daughter, dysfunctional marriage, romantic rivalry, class distinction, london england, based on novel, independent film, death of father, f rated, triple f rated, tennis, young love, nagging wife, swimming pool, bare chested male, manipulative mother, tennis court

Short Review

Although made with a small budget, the film carries as much interest as more pretentious efforts. Dramatic values are skillfully presented by director Ida Lupino.

Trailer

Streaming Service

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