Three men, Victor Partridge, an accountant, Harry Jackson, a transport manager and Selkirk (played by Donald Pleasance, Harry H. Corbett and William Franklyn) are shortlisted for a promotion in a small but successful company run by George Baker (played by Colin Gordon). The plot follows how they compete with each other for the promotion...
Excellent British 'B'-pic drama from director Peter Graham Scott who became better known for his TV work on such shows as The Avengers and The Onedin Line. A former editor who began his directing career making some of the better second features in Britain. This one is a slice of life drama graced by fine performances from the leads, authentic characters and settings that audiences can relate to. It is engaging, funny and there is the suspense aspect of wondering who will finally be the successful candidate for the job, which will keep you guessing all the way. In common with Peter Graham Scott's other 'B' films like Devil's Bait and Breakout, the characterisations are well drawn and interesting, which puts to bed the idea that British second features were always associated with tawdriness and mediocrity.
Excellent British 'B'-pic drama from director Peter Graham Scott who became better known for his TV work on such shows as The Avengers and The Onedin Line. A former editor who began his directing career making some of the better second features in Britain. This one is a slice of life drama graced by fine performances from the leads, authentic characters and settings that audiences can relate to. It is engaging, funny and there is the suspense aspect of wondering who will finally be the successful candidate for the job, which will keep you guessing all the way. In common with Peter Graham Scott's other 'B' films like Devil's Bait and Breakout, the characterisations are well drawn and interesting, which puts to bed the idea that British second features were always associated with tawdriness and mediocrity.