This is not a direct struggle, but rather a desire on one's part to gain the ability to get it. Colin does not understand the knack which Tolen has and wishes to learn it. However, he is not willing to become the cold, cruel lady's man that Colin is. Many wanted it, but did not know how to go out and get it. With her newfound sexuality, she brings him into her new world.
Sex becomes the path out of old-fashioned thinking towards the new sexual attitudes.
They leave behind their timidity and celebrate their newfound knack. Attitudes of Youth One of the great characteristics of this film is its portrayal of both young and old attitudes. The sexual activities desired, the Mod clothing, and the jubilant activities of the characteristics all sum up the new attitudes of London's youth. However, throughout the film we constantly hear and see London's old-fashioned generations criticizing their actions. Lester mixes these views with the youthful action on the screen.