Lord Love a Duck (1966)

Underneath the glittering veneer of American high-school life, the story of Lord Love a Duck (1966) unfolds. It's an intriguing journey of Barbara Ann Greene, a high-school senior with dreams larger than life - popularity, love, career, and a glimmering hope of stardom. However, the road to her dreams is strewn with obstacles, a cocktail waitress mother, divorced parents, and a haunting specter of poverty. Yet, Barbara is not alone. Right by her side is her best friend, the enigmatic Alan, a Svengali-like figure who navigates her through the labyrinth of teenage life. With his guidance, Barbara acquires an enviable collection of 12 cashmere sweaters, lands a job in the prestigious principal's office, and even secures a spring break getaway at Balboa. Lord Love a Duck serves up a delicious blend of satire, biting into the superficiality of teen mores, the absurdity of beach-blanket bikini movies, the hypocrisy of Christian-youth programs, and the unsettling fantasies of older men. It takes a jibe at the country-club set, the adults pulling the strings, and the almost theatrical innocence of teen girls. As Barbara navigates her new school, her popularity hangs in the balance. But with Alan by her side, she's ready to face the world. This film is not just a story, but an exploration of the complexities of adolescence, a mirror held up against societal norms, and a delightful parody of the classic American dream. It's an experience that will make you laugh, think, and perhaps even question - all in equal measure.

Lord Love a Duck is a comedy movie featuring Roddy McDowall and directed by George Axelrod.

Lord Love a Duck is currently streaming on Paramount Plus Apple TV Channel .