Susan George really had her moment in the early 70s. She was everywhere. Not just Straw Dogs but all sorts of movies.
She had a terrific pouty look - insolent, sexy - that was perfect for the time. She turned directors a bit pervy. She plays a different woman in peril heroine here - sexually promiscuous, sulky, shruggy, a go go dancer.
The first two thirds of this were really gripping. Pete Walker can direct. Low budget is well hidden by taking the unit to Portugal and shooting lots of scenes outside on the terrace. Peter Cook's one time wife Judy is the other gal, Leo Genn is in it as George's dad. Chris Sandford's part could've been played by someone better looking (sorry Chris). Barry Evans is sweet as the guy who hooks up with George after Sandford.
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