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Part 4

This Thing of Darkness Series 1
Episode 4 of 7

Why are we motivated to hide things from those we love? Compelling drama exploring the psychological impact of murder.

Written by Lucia Haynes with monologues by Eileen Horne.

Dr Alex Bridges is an expert Forensic Psychiatrist, assessing and treating perpetrators of the most unthinkable crimes.
In this gripping drama, Alex charts the psychological impact of the murder of a young man on his family, and explores the long shadow of homicide through her therapy group for murderers.

The Group begin to consider their relationships with their parents. And Hannah visits David with a challenging question about his relationships.

Cast:
Alex … Lolita Chakrabarti
Dougie … Simon Donaldson
Hannah … Jessica Hardwick
Kyle/Tyler … Reuben Joseph
David … Robin Laing
Laura… Shauna Macdonald
Frankie … Brian Vernel

Series created by Audrey Gillan, Lucia Haynes, Eileen Horne, Gaynor Macfarlane, Anita Vettesse and Kirsty Williams.

Series consultant: Dr Gwen Adshead

Produced by Gaynor Macfarlane and Kirsty Williams

A Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Scotland Production directed by Kirsty Williams

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44 minutes

Last on

Wed 26 Apr 2023 14:15
Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio 4

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  • Mon 16 Mar 2020 14:15
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  • Wed 26 Apr 2023 14:15
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  • This Thing of Darkness

    Gripping drama inspired by a real forensic psychologist and her work in secure prisons.