The last of four First World
War spy adventures adapted from the semi-autobiographical stories of Somerset Maugham . The Hairless Mexican
Ashenden is sent to Italy with a Mexican hitman accomplice - played by Alfred Molina , seen recently in the role of Tony Hancock in the Screen One film of the comedian's life. They are under instructions to assassinate a courier in possession of vital documents. But events take an unexpected turn when Ashenden meets a charming American woman.
Screenplay by David Pirie Producer Joe Knatchbull
Director Christopher Morahan A Kelso production for BBCtv ● STEREO
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