Can You Keep It Up for A Week?

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  • R
  • 1975
  • 1 hr 32 min
  • 4.5  (373)

Can You Keep It Up for A Week? is a British sex-comedy film from 1974. The movie stars Jeremy Bulloch, Neil Hallett, and Jill Damas in the lead roles. Directed by Jim Atkinson, the film is an embodiment of the free-spirited 1970s style of filmmaking. The movie tells the story of Richard, a successful novelist who has made a fortune by writing erotic books. Richard is engaged to Sarah, a beautiful model who is tired of Richard's obsession with sex. Sarah challenges Richard to abstain from sex for a week, and Richard confidently accepts the challenge.

Richard moves to a hotel where he meets various women and tries to woo them. However, he has to resist their advances and keep his promise to Sarah. The hotel staff also adds to the chaos by mistakenly sending female visitors to Richard's room. Richard tries his best to resist temptation but eventually succumbs to his desires. Meanwhile, Sarah is monitoring Richard's progress and is eagerly waiting to see if he can keep his promise.

The film is filled with funny and erotic moments as Richard's week-long abstinence from sex becomes a comical journey. The movie includes scenes of seduction, mistaken identities, and double meanings. The hotel staff and guests add to the humor with their quirky behavior and hilarious encounters with Richard.

The acting in the movie is charming, and the chemistry between Jeremy Bulloch and Jill Damas is sizzling. The supporting cast also adds to the overall comedy of the film. The cinematography is colorful and very much of its time, showcasing the bold fashion and decor sense of the 1970s.

Can You Keep It Up for A Week? is a lighthearted and entertaining movie that will undoubtedly please fans of 1970s British sex comedies. The film is an amusing reminder of a bygone era and provides a window into a time when sex was less taboo and more free-spirited.

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Description
  • Release Date
    1975
  • MPAA Rating
    R
  • Runtime
    1 hr 32 min
  • IMDB Rating
    4.5  (373)