Episode 4
The ever popular John le Carre with five recollections from a writer's life. During the filming of The Spy Who Came in from the Cold, its star makes a serious request.
The ever popular John le Carre with five recollections from a writer's life, abridged by Katrin Williams.
During the filming of The Spy Who Came in From The Cold, its star Richard Burton requests that the author be on set with him. Then Elizabeth Taylor turns up too..
Read by the author
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
- Thu 15 Sep 2016 09:45Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio 4 FM
- Fri 16 Sep 2016 00:30Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio 4
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