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Memphis

BBC Two
on BBC Two England

Drama starring Cybill Shepherd, John Laughlin, J E Freeman

Memphis 1957: a motley trio of "white trash" drifters kidnap the son of a local black businessman. They expect a quick ransom payment but the boy's grandfather enlists the help of some local heavies. As tempers fray in the sultry heat, the net draws in, but Reeny finds herself increasingly drawn to her young captive. (1992) (Subtitled)
Film Reviews pages 45-50

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Contributors

Director:
Yves Simoneau
Reeny Purdew:
Cybill Shepherd
Rufus Hutton:
John Laughlin
Podjo Harris:
J E Freeman
Eben Kinship:
Richard Brooks
Tio Wiggins:
Moses Gunn
Martha Kinship:
Vanessa Bell Calloway
Teddy Kinship:
Martin Gardner
Sister Baby:
Tothany Reynolds
Source: Radio Times

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