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John Steinbeck - The Pearl

Dramatisation of John Steinbeck's novella by Donna Franceschild.

A captivating and atmospheric parable set in a small Mexican fishing village about the greatest pearl ever found and the tragic impact its discovery has on one young family.

Director: Kirsty Williams.

45 minutes

Last on

Tue 11 Oct 2016 21:15

Credits

Role Contributor
Narrator Gary Lewis
Kino Kyle McPhail
Juana Hannah Donaldson
Juan Tomas Robin Laing
Apolonia Claire Knight
Doctor Simon Tait
Coyotito Daniel Smith
Actor Simon Donaldson
Actor Nick Underwood
Author John Steinbeck
Adaptor Donna Franceschild
Director Kirsty Williams

Broadcasts

  • Fri 3 Feb 2012 14:15
  • Thu 11 Sep 2014 14:15
  • Tue 11 Oct 2016 11:15
  • Tue 11 Oct 2016 21:15

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