Toni Palmer emerged in the 1960s, making her mark in the British film scene with a role in The Small World of Sammy Lee (1963), a gritty exploration of London's underbelly. She later appeared in Personal Services (1987), a provocative comedy that delves into the world of sex work. Palmer's performances reflect the era's shifting attitudes towards sexuality and social norms, positioning her as a notable figure in the landscape of cult and exploitation cinema.
Personal Services
The story of the rise of a madame of a suburban brothel catering to older men, inspired by the real experiences of Cynthia Payne. The story follows Christine Painter (Julie Walters) as the down-at-heel waitress who, with the help of prostitute Shirley (Shirley Stelfox) and cross-dressing Wing Commander Morten (Alec McCowen), seeks to up her earnings by turning her suburban home into a brothel. Before long she and her girls are chaining up judges, spanking Generals and attending to the needs of Honourable Members. Christine sees herself as providing a vital service to these harmless pervs and when finally the house is busted and the case comes to court, it's fair to say that the presiding judge isn't unfamiliar with her work.
