Daphne: A Fire in Malta 

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Daphne: A Fire in Malta: Episode 5

Daphne: A Fire in Malta

Episode 5

BBC Radio 4 - Daphne: A Fire in Malta, Episode 5

Drama series based on the true story of Maltese journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia.

Drama about Daphne Caruana Galizia, the fearless Maltese journalist who was murdered in 2017. The libel suits are mounting up against Daphne yet she continues to make enemies.

Drama written by Lizzie Nunnery.
Reporting by Alys Harte.

Daphne Caruana Galizia was Malta’s top investigative reporter. She dedicated her life to holding power to account; investigating allegations of organised crime, cronyism and corruption on this tiny island state. She was killed after a bomb exploded under her car in 2017. She was 53 years old.

Across the series, we explore five episodes from Daphne's life and investigative work. She was often described as fearless. Her provocative, uncompromising style made her work both controversial - and high risk. But what compelled Daphne to take on these influential forces? 

Despite the constant threats and attacks, Daphne continues to call out what she sees as corruption and cronyism. And in the end, who is there left to protect her?

Daphne . . . . .  Michelle Fairley
Peter . . . . . Paul Hickey
Matthew . . . . . Jonny Holden

Other parts are played by: Catherine Cusack, Helen Clapp, Shaun Mason, Susan Jameson, David Hounslow, Chris Pavlo, Sean Murray, Debbie Korley, Debra Baker.

Director: Sasha Yevtushenko.

Intelligent speech, the most insightful journalism, the wittiest comedy, the most fascinating features and the most compelling drama and readings anywhere in UK radio.

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Drama series based on the true and extraordinary story of Daphne Caruana Galizia, the Maltese journalist who was murdered in 2017.

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