Peter O'Toole looked 90 here, even though he was only 74. He is Maurice, somewhat well-known actor, who still works here and there, always demanding his pay in cash. We can tell that he has always been attracted to pretty girls, and that will never change, even after surgery that renders him impotent.
New face Jodie Whittaker, 24, is Jessie, the new girl in the neighborhood, sent to London get work, and to live with her very old uncle. Maurice takes a liking to her immediately, and begins to take her places and show her some kindness. He calls her his "Venus." But Jessie is no wilting, charmed young girl. When Maurice gets fresh with her, without her prior consent, she gives him a swift kick in places that could hurt very much.
There is a very good 13 minute DVD extra which explains that Maurice and Jessie are similar in that they want something, but on their own terms. They end up finding things about life together. Both actors are superb in their roles.
New face Jodie Whittaker, 24, is Jessie, the new girl in the neighborhood, sent to London get work, and to live with her very old uncle. Maurice takes a liking to her immediately, and begins to take her places and show her some kindness. He calls her his "Venus." But Jessie is no wilting, charmed young girl. When Maurice gets fresh with her, without her prior consent, she gives him a swift kick in places that could hurt very much.
There is a very good 13 minute DVD extra which explains that Maurice and Jessie are similar in that they want something, but on their own terms. They end up finding things about life together. Both actors are superb in their roles.