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Nov 2, 1959 · 1h 45m
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Comedy

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These dueling one-act comedies highlight the work of playwright John Mortimer. In "The Dock Brief," an ill-prepared attorney is put to the test when his client confesses to killing his wife. In "What Shall We Tell Caroline?" a father with good intentions tries to protect his wife and daughter from the bad things in life.

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CAST

Michael Hordern
George Rose
Leueen MacGrath
Bin
Jean Marsh
Caroline
Directed by Stuart Burge

DETAILS

Status
Released
Original language
EN
Budget
—
Revenue
—
Production
National Telefilm Associates, Broadway Theatre Archive
Country
US

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