Classic Peter Sellers - Naked Truth, Waltz of the Toreadors and Soft Beds, Hard Battles DVD

Close the doors, dim the lights, take a seat and leave your troubles behind. The Classic Matinee Triple Bill is your exclusive gold pass to the Matinee Era – A time of quality, style and sophistication.

In 1937, J. Arthur Rank formed the iconic Rank Organisation. With the simple philosophy, “great stories, beautifully told” Rank produced some of the finest writers, actors and directors the screen has ever known. Presented here is a selection of some of the rarest gems from the Rank catalogue – these classic films are sure to delight lovers of cinema, young and old.

The Naked Truth - 1957

Nigel Dennis is the suave publisher of the magazine The Naked Truth. He is attempting to blackmail several well-known people. They in turn group together and plan his removal. However when the seemingly foolproof plans are put into action, Nigel continually escapes. The situation escalates into a kidnapping which paralyses London’s police force!
Also starring Terry Thomas and Peggy Mount.

Waltz of the Toreadors - 1962

Despite a long history of conquests, General Fitzjohn has never consummated his affair with Ghislaine, his first love. She attempts to rectify this and takes drastic action by pretending to drown herself, only to be rescued by the General’s aide, not the General himself. This may turn out to be a blessing in disguise.
Also starring Dany Robin, Margaret Leighton and John Fraser.

Soft Beds, Hard Battles (AKA Undercovers Heroes) - 1974

Madame Grenier is the head of a Parisian brothel. As the French officials leave for war (characters played by Sellers), she tells her girls to turn their attentions toward the arriving German troops. As the establishment becomes a playground for Nazi’s, Madame’s business seems safe. However, one day it is announced that Hitler himself (played by Sellers again) wishes to visit the brothel...Also starring John Duckworth, Wilbur Wilson and Dean Mobbs.