Poor Cow , 1967 directed by Ken Loach .. it is his film debut . The film portrays the trails and tribulations of a young mum and how she struggles to get by in inner city London . It's grim with domestic violence , sexual exploitation and extreme poverty. There is genuine touches of affection between mother and child. The scene when Joy is looking for her child is upsetting and gives the greatest picture and feeling for Joy and her predicament.
If you like your films real this is for you.
Update I watched this film again with a more discerning eye after maybe a couple of years,
My original review stands (see above) but I will add that Carol White is amazing in this and what a shame she didn't pursue a careers or was given the opportunity to progress. I can't say I know the reason for this but she is a natural talent. Terence Stamp oozing charisma when he is on scree and you can clearly see why he was the cool actor on the block in the 60s.
Overall it is very grim and you can see the seeds of Loach's talent is already there.
6/10.
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