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Duration: 1 hour, 45 minutes

The story of a novice monk from the north of England who, expelled from his order and relocated to London, struggles with his spiritual goals, earthly temptations and personal ideals. In the capital, he finds work as a jobbing journalist but is soon drowning in a sea of betrayal and misplaced affection. Based on the award-winning novel by Piers Paul Read.

Last on

Sat 11 Aug 2012 01:20 BBC Two

Credits

Eddie Dawson
John Michie
Bobby Winterman
Benedict Taylor
Jenny Stanten
Paula Hamilton
David Allenby
Martin Kemp
Mollie Jolliff
Rhona Mitra
Mrs Carter
Frances Tomelty
Sir Hugh Stanton
Jeff Nuttall
Director
Tom Waller

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