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Saturday Matinee: The Heart of the Matter

BBC Two
on BBC Two England

Drama, first of a double bill featuring Trevor Howard

While his wife is away, deputy commissioner of police Harry Scobie falls in love with Helen, a survivor from a torpedoed liner. Racked with guilt over the affair, the deeply religious Scobie falls victim to a blackmailer.
(1953) (B/W)
Film Reviews pages 59-64

Contributors

Director:
George More O'Ferrall
Harry Scobie:
Trevor Howard
Louise Scobie:
Elizabeth Allan
Helen:
Maria Schell
Wilson:
Denholm Elliott
Father Rank:
Peter Finch
Portuguese captain:
George Coulouris
Commissioner of police:
Michael Hordern
Source: Radio Times

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