Lady Godiva Rides Again

Lady Godiva Rides Again was released in 1951, which of course featured Diana but also Ruth Ellis, the last female to be executed in the U.K, four years later. Diana was friends with Ruth, something not often documented. Indeed, it also comes as some surprise to many people that Ruth appeared in this film.

The film is about a small-town girl who wins a beauty contest so heads for greater things.

Joan Collins also appears in her debut film as a beauty contestant, though she isn't mentioned on the credits. Neither is Ruth, which is a large reason why people are surprised when they learn she was in the film.

Not one of the most complex characters Diana acted in her career, but she puts in a fine performance, really getting to the heart of her character. With Diana herself coming from humble backgrounds into stardom, it's obvious to see that this role wasn't one that fully stretched her acting prowess.

Often funny and light hearted, it's a good humerous watch which shows another set of acting skills Diana possessed. The film also has a more dark side to it, in the darker side of talent shows, in this case, beauty contest. The road to stardom and through it is bumply with many downpoints, with increasing frustration and desperation to keep the stardom flowing.