Born in Stoke-on-Trent in 1940, Alan Lake emerged as a notable figure in British cinema, particularly within the realm of cult films. He made his mark in Having a Wild Weekend (1965), showcasing his charm and charisma. Lake frequently collaborated with his wife, Diana Dors, appearing together in The Playbirds (1978) and Confessions from the David Galaxy Affair (1979). His final role in Don't Open Till Christmas (1984) reflects the darker undertones of his life, as he grappled with personal tragedy and loss.
Don't Open Till Christmas
A murderer is running loose through the streets of London, hunting down men dressed as Santa and killing them all in different, and extremely violent, fashions. Inspector Harris has decided to take on the unenviable task of tracking down the psychopath, but he's going to have his work cut out for him. Only the suspicious reporter, Giles, seems to offer the Inspector any promising leads.
