Beat Girl

Aug 21, 1960

1h 27m

★ 5.8

"My mother was a stripper... I want to be a stripper too!"

Overview

When her architect father brings home a much younger new wife, rebellious and resentful teen Jenny goes to extreme lengths to sabotage their relationship.

Genres

Drama

Production Companies

Willoughby Film Productions

Renown Pictures Corporation

Beat Girl Trailers

Cast

Paul Linden

David Farrar

Nichole Linden

Noëlle Adam

Kenny King

Christopher Lee

Jennifer Linden

Gillian Hills

Dave

Adam Faith

Dodo

Shirley Anne Field

Tony

Peter McEnery

Honey

Claire Gordon

Plaid Shirt

Oliver Reed

Duffle Coat

Michael Kayne

Green Pants

Anthony Singleton

FO Official

Robert Raglan

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