Clare Kelly emerged in the late 1960s as a compelling presence in British cinema, making her mark in All Neat in Black Stockings (1969) and And Soon the Darkness (1970). In All Neat in Black Stockings, she delivers a captivating performance that highlights the era's exploration of complex female characters. Her role in And Soon the Darkness further cements her place in the realm of suspenseful narratives, where her character navigates the chilling landscape of isolation and danger. Kelly's contributions to these films resonate within the cult cinema community, reflecting the bold storytelling of the time.
And Soon the Darkness
Jane and Cathy, two English women in their early twenties, are on a cycling tour. While traveling in rural France, they begin to disagree about the route. Cathy would prefer to take things in at a leisurely pace, while Jane is trying to stick to strict schedule. After arguing, they part ways. When her friend fails to rejoin her, Jane begins to worry and returns to the last place she saw her. Cathy has vanished. Alone and with a limited knowledge of French, Jane doesn't know who to trust as she frantically searches for her missing friend.
