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The British Abroad
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A Thorn in Paradise by ROBERT BIRMINGHAM with and Following an accident at work Ossie emigrates to his native West Indies with his white
English wife. The deep divisions of the country reinforce the alienation that they both feel: an alienation that threatens even their marriage.
Directed by CUVE BRILL Stereo

Contributors

Directed By:
Cuve Brill
Ossie:
Trevor Thomas
Patricia:
Jane Leonard
Gaboe:
Calvin Simpson
Dr Cooper:
Richard Durden
Marcella:
Isabelle Lucas
T-Phie:
Angela Wynter
Doctor/Mrs Pemberton:
Tessa Worsley
Judge:
Eric Stovell
Tom:
Ronnie Cush
Nurse:
Gillian Roberts
Mr Pemberton:
Peter Howell
Source: Radio Times

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