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television series '' Second City Firsts'' starring

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. The episode was directed by

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and aired on 10 April 1975. "The Permissive Society" is set in

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amd concerns a young couple (Les and Carol) facing difficulties with their relationship and sexual needs, whilst Les's sister Yvonne prepares for a date of her own.

Plot

Before his date with Carol, Les brings her to his family's flat. His sister Yvonne arrives soon after, and the three engage in small talk, wherein Yvonne reveals that her husband left her and she has decided to try dating again. Les eventually rushes Yvonne off then he and Carol resume their awkward conversation, which nearly ends due to her impatience with him. She asks if he has treated previous girlfriends in such a manner, and he admits to her being his first. He has also never had sex, which explains him never making a pass at Carol. His stepfather's misinformation of sex has caused Les to remain a virgin. Les apologises for his behaviour, as Carol looks around the flat, spying his ukulele. She asks him to play for her, and he sings "

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". She kisses him. Yvonne returns, after her date was a no-show. Les invites her to go out with them, but she declines. He and Carol leave her alone in the flat.

Cast

as Les *

as Carol, Les's girlfriend *

as Yvonne, Les's sister

References

External links

* 1975 television episodes Films directed by Mike Leigh Second City Firsts {{UK-tv-stub