Malcolm Leigh, an influential figure in the 1970s cult cinema scene, directed and wrote Legend of the Witches (1970) and Games That Lovers Play (1971). His work often explores the fringes of genre filmmaking, blending elements of horror and eroticism. In Legend of the Witches, Leigh crafts a narrative steeped in the mystique of witchcraft, while Games That Lovers Play showcases his talent for intertwining sensuality with psychological intrigue. Leigh's contributions to these films highlight the era's experimental spirit, making him a notable voice in the realm of exploitation cinema.
Games That Lovers Play
Mrs Hill and Lady Evelyn Chatterley are two competing brothel madames, in 1920s London, who place a bet over whose girl turns the best tricks. Hill s girl Fanny (Joanna Lumley) attempts to seduce a portly bishop, while Lady Evelyn s girl (Penny Brahms) takes a drag queen to bed! When the results prove inconclusive the madames randomly select a name from the phone book. The lucky punter turns out to be a staid wine seller, played by a bespectacled Richard Wattis, who seems to be enjoying his close proximity to so much female flesh! Only he can decide who has the best talents !
