There is some outstanding playing by Cleo Sylvestre as an almost toothless, gossipy but not entirely humourless hag, though also by the entire cast.
Sarah-Jane Fenton, playing Cleo as a Marilyn Monroe of 1938, is first-rate, always quietly writhing in her tight uniform, perfectly catching the girl's accent helplessly exploiting her teeth and eyes.
"Cleo" was again praised by critics and was a commercial success as well, building anticipation for "Happiness," which won the Silver Bear award at the 1965 Berlin Festival and used Mozart for background music.
Then Fuller's father, Cleo, wore the suit at his Barnard High School graduation in 1949.