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A Long Long Crime Ago

Episode 4: Giant versus Jack English

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Courtroom drama which looks at fairy-tale characters through a modern eye and puts them on trial for their misdemeanours. In a court presided over by eccentric Judge Hatter, a larger-than-life cast of characters put their arguments to the court. A jury of real children will make the final decision. Guilty or not guilty - the fate of Storyville's characters is in their hands.

Giant versus Jack English. Storyville's biggest music star Giant believes that superfan Jack English stole his new album and posted it online. They face each other down in the Storyville Courts of Justice...

Supercool TV reporter Vince Charming takes us into the current music scene. Alleged superfan and wannabe Jack English is accused of stealing Storyville megastar Giant's new album "Fee Fi Fo" and illegally posting it online. Dippy hippie Lucy Roast tells of Jack's determination to win a meeting with his hero.

Defence counsel Robin Greenwood seems to understand Lucy, while Gretel is more in tune with naturalist Steve Woodcutter who gives Gretel a red face with his flattery! Steve has crucial evidence regarding some seeds that appear in Giant's studio. Robin also introduces some wildlife, much to Steve's surprise. A jury of real children must sift through the evidence and decide if Jack is guilty or not guilty. Show less

Contributors

Judge Hatter:
Gordon Kennedy
Gretel Starch:
Gabriel Quigley
Robin Greenhood:
John P Arnold
Vince Charming:
Samuell Benta
Clerk of Court:
Matt Costello
Jack English:
John Winchester
Steve Woodcutter:
Grant O'Rourke
Inspector Dumpty:
Gerry McLaughlin
Simple Simon:
Gerry McLaughlin
Writer:
Tony Cooke
Series Producer:
Dougie Napier
Director:
Dez McCarthy

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