The Fast Lady (1962)

Murdoch Troon, an enthusiastic member of the local cycling club, gets involved with Charles Chingford, a local businessman, when the two of them are involved in an accident. Then Murdoch ... See full summary »

Director:

Ken Annakin

Writers:

Keble Howard (by), Jack Davies (screenplay),

Stars:

Leslie Phillips, Julie Christie, James Robertson Justice

Cast

Cast overview, first billed only:
Leslie Phillips	...	Freddie Fox
Julie Christie	...	Claire Chingford
James Robertson Justice	...	Charles Chingford
Stanley Baxter	...	Murdoch Troon
Kathleen Harrison	...	Mrs. Staggers
Eric Barker	...	Wentworth
Fred Emney	...	1st Golfer
Eddie Gray	...	2nd Golfer (as Monsewer Eddie Gray)
Frankie Howerd	...	Road Workman in Hole
Raymond Baxter	...	Himself
John Bolster	...	Himself
Graham Hill	...	Himself
John Surtees	...	Himself
Allan Cuthbertson	...	Bodley
Oliver Johnston	...	Bulmer

Storyline

Murdoch Troon, an enthusiastic member of the local cycling club, gets involved with Charles Chingford, a local businessman, when the two of them are involved in an accident. Then Murdoch meets Chingford's daughter, Claire, who persuades him to give up the bicycle, buy a sports car, and learn to drive. At first he is horrified, but the thought of dating the attractive Claire, he relents, and takes his first driving lesson.

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Plot Keywords:

driving lesson | independent film

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Taglines:

She's the fastest thing in town and oh boy! what a CHASSIS!

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Genres:

Comedy

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Details

Country:

UK

Language:

English

Release Date:

December 1962 (UK)

Also Known As:

A Garota dos Meus Pecados

Filming Locations:

Pinewood Studios, Iver Heath, Buckinghamshire, England, UK

Company Credits

Production Co:

Independent Artists

Technical Specs

Runtime:

95 min

Sound Mix:

Mono (RCA Sound Recording)

Color:

Color (Eastmancolor) (uncredited)

Aspect Ratio:

1.33 : 1

Did You Know?

Trivia

Three cars - the large American car that Freddie's first girlfriend drives, Freddie's green Bentley ("The Fast Lady"), and the red sports car that Freddie's second girlfriend drives - all have their real white-on-black number plates covered up by the same white-on-red trade plates with the registration "616 H". Trade plates are used by the motor trade when driving vehicles which are untaxed, and the implication is that Freddie has been "borrowing" the cars and the trade plates from the garage where he works.

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Goofs

The film set that was used for the town centre street changes between scenes: in most scenes there is a side road Westgate Grove between the County Bank and the shop called Brenda's which has the distinctive wooden fascia boards above the windows, but in a few scenes such as the one where Troon and the examiner return to the driving test centre, an extra building has been inserted in the place where this side road is. Also, in the background beyond Wells Cycle Co, some scenes show a building whereas other scenes show a fence.

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Connections

Featured in The Many Faces of...: Stanley Baxter (2013)

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Soundtracks

"A Scottish Soldier"
(uncredited)
Traditional
Lyrics by Andy Stewart

User Reviews

A very funny and enjoyable film.

Whenever I think about this film I think of that other car film 'Genevieve'. If you enjoyed 'Genevieve' you will enjoy this film and vice versa. Both movies contain vintage cars which are important to the plot. The cars and their drivers get into all kinds of trouble, both films are charming British comedies and they make me wish I owned a vintage car. The similarities end there. The plots are very different.

The title of the film 'The Fast Lady', refers to the name given to the vintage Bentleigh. The film is about the car, its owner, the girl he wants to date, and her father who won't let our hero take his daughter out unless he passes his driving test.

Stanley Baxter, is perfect for the role of Murdoch, the learner driver who wants to impress with his car and driving skills. Leslie Phillips, is hilarious as Murdoch's buddy who helps him with his driving and gives him romance tips. James Robertson Justice, really enjoys making life difficult for Murdoch, by insulting and challenging his driving skills. Julie Christie, is pretty and charming as Claire.

This is a fun movie to watch that will leave you in good spirits. A good movie for a rainy day or a Saturday or Sunday afternoon. Hope to see it released on video soon.