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2. The Mould in the Gold

A Whole New Ball GameSeries 1
Episode 2 of 6

Robert aims to give a eulogy for his dad at Father Benedict's Golden Oldies Night. Stars Brenda Blethyn. From 1993.

Father Benedict is holding a Golden Oldie night in honour of the late Gregory Patterson.

But is it the right occasion for a eulogy from his only son, Robert?

Not when Barbara Patterson is determined to ruin the evening.

A black comedy series written by Martin Davies.

Robert Patterson …… Paul Parris
Father Benedict …… Desmond Barritt
Mrs Patterson …… Brenda Blethyn
Barbara Patterson …… Charlotte Coleman
Guy Entwhistle …… Martino Lazzeri
Janet Tyson …… Claire Skinner
Andy Hunt …… Mark Straker
Leisure Manageress …… Jill Meers

Producer: Lissa Evans

First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in February 1993.

30 minutes

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