A stranger walks onto an estate and everyone's secrets start unraveling. British TV drama at its most vicious.
A lone hitch hiker, marooned near a housing estate, has a dramatic effect on the lives of those around him.
Acting
Alexei Sayle's menacing stillness against Miller's desperate fragility
Direction
Kidron's estate cinematography that breathes hopelessness
Writing
Dialogue that punches through British politeness
Director
Beeban Kidron
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Part of BBC2's 'The Director's Place' series spotlighting women filmmakers—Kidron was one of few female directors in early 90s British TV drama.
Alexei Sayle was primarily known as a comedian; this rare dramatic role terrified casting directors until Kidron insisted.
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