Middle-aged Gerald Kingsland advertises in a London paper for a female companion to spend a year with him on a desert island. The young Lucy Irving takes a chance on contacting him and after a couple of meetings they decide to go ahead. Once on the island things prove a lot less idyllic than in the movies, and gradually it becomes clear that it is Lucy who has the desire and the strength to try and see the year through.

"One Year on a Deserted Tropical Island. 'Wife' 20-30 needed to accompany man 35+. Write to Box 775 with details and evening phone number."

Credits

Nicolas RoegDirector

Oliver ReedGerald Kingsland

Amanda DonohoeLucy Irvine

Georgina HaleSister Saint Margaret

Frances BarberSister Saint Winifred