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Last broadcast on Mon, 4 Oct 2010, 14:15 on BBC Radio 4 (see all broadcasts).
Synopsis
Irene, an old woman threatens her new neighbour with a scythe when he suggests cutting down a tree which is on his land.
Irene claims that her husband is buried under the tree- "to cut the branches would be to cut his limbs." But the tree is around a hundred years old.
Ruth, a social worker is called in to assess Irene's mental health and ability to look after herself. But as she gets to know Irene she is drawn into a strange and magical tale that will change her life forever.
Cast:
Irene ..... Sara Kestelman
Ruth ......Martina Laird
Poppy .......Kate Aspinall
Aiden ..... Hugh Ross
Nick ...... Nicholas Boulton
Written and directed by Anita Sullivan
Music by Sara Harrison
Producer: Karen Rose
A Sweet Talk production for BBC Radio 4.
Broadcasts
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Wed 22 Oct 200814:15
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Mon 4 Oct 201014:15
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