What Every Woman Wants

A gentle, talky post-war comedy-drama about cramped family life, with mild laughs and a warm, dated charm.

Directed by

Maurice Elvey

Genres

Drama

Starring

William Sylvester, Elsie Albiin, Patric Doonan

Overview

Young couple Mark and Jane are forced to thrash out marital problems in a borrowed room in Jane’s parents’ tiny house. Meanwhile, Jane’s cousin, Jim - back from the war in Korea - and Mark’s involvement in left-wing politics place further strain on the relationship. Can grandfather help?

How it feels

Light, warm and satirical. Measured and easy to follow.

About

Family, love, class, politics

Content

Mild sexual content and language. No violence or gore.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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