Please Teacher (film)
| Company type | Film |
|---|---|
| Industry | Entertainment |
| Founded | 1937 |
| Founder | Stafford Dickens (writer and director) |
| Products | Film |
Please Teacher is a British comedic film from 1937, adapted from a musical stage production created by K.R.G. Browne, Bert Lee, and R.P. Weston. The film's script was both written and directed by Stafford Dickens.
Plot
On the occasion of his 30th birthday, Tommy Deacon (portrayed by Bobby Howes), who is currently without employment, comes into possession of his aunt's wealth concealed inside a Napoleon bust at a countryside residence he also inherits. Upon learning that the property now functions as an Academy for Young Ladies, Tommy assumes the identity of Anne's (René Ray) brother—Anne being one of the academy's pupils—to gain entry.
Cast
- Tommy Deacon – Bobby Howes
- Petunia Trundle – Vera Pearce
- Ann Trent – René Ray
- Round – Arthur Chesney
- Oswald Clutterbuck – Wylie Watson
- Agatha Pink – Bertha Belmore
- Wing Foo – Lyn Harding
- Reeves – Aubrey Dexter
Critical reception
According to a 1937 review by The Sydney Morning Herald, although the storyline was somewhat sluggish and lacked strength, the humorous performances delivered by the cast rendered the film moderately entertaining.