Episode 5
The ever popular John le Carre with five recollections from his writing life. After a discreet meeting in London, he is destined to help a young man called Valdimir.
John le Carre with five recollections from his writing life, abridged by Katrin Williams:
Asked to visit the film director Karel Reisz at home in London's Belsize Park, he meets a young actor called Vladimir. But the meeting has nothing to do with films or acting - nothing at all..
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Producer Duncan Minshull.
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Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Reader | John Le Carre |
| Author | John Le Carre |
| Abridger | Katrin Williams |
| Producer | Duncan Minshull |
Broadcasts
- Fri 16 Sep 2016 09:45大象传媒 Radio 4 FM
- Sat 17 Sep 2016 00:30大象传媒 Radio 4
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