Story Structure — 4 Plot Phases
Production Genesis
The project begins with initial conception and script development by Bill Anderson. June Howson is appointed as director, and Granada Television secures funding and production rights.
Key Events
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Film Conception — Initial development of the British drama-fiction television film.
Location: Production Studio
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Screenplay Drafting — Bill Anderson completes the narrative script for the project.
Location: Writing Room
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Director Appointment — June Howson officially takes on the directorial role.
Location: Production Office
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British Origin — Production originates from the UK, establishing cultural context.
Location: United Kingdom
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Drama-Fiction Genre — Narrative style defined as drama-fiction for broadcast.
Location: Archive
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Script Approval — Director and writer finalize the screenplay for production.
Location: Production Office
Cast & Crew Assembly
Colin Blakely, Liam Neeson, and Colm Meaney are selected and contracted for the film. Principal photography commences under June Howson's direction, with the script approved and budget allocated.
Key Events
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Director Appointment — June Howson officially takes on the directorial role.
Location: Production Office
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Cast Assembly — Three lead actors are selected and contracted for the film.
Location: Audition Room
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Principal Photography — Main filming takes place under director June Howson's supervision.
Location: Film Set
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Cast Credits — Actor names officially credited in distribution materials.
Location: Poster
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Production Funding — Financial resources secured to support filming operations.
Location: Finance Office
Genre & Format Definition
Post-production editing finalizes the footage. The film is officially classified as drama-fiction, establishing its narrative tone and broadcast format for television audiences.
Key Events
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Principal Photography — Main filming takes place under director June Howson's supervision.
Location: Film Set
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Post-Production — Raw footage is edited, scored, and finalized for broadcast.
Location: Editing Suite
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Genre Classification — Film is officially categorized as drama-fiction.
Location: Archive
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Network Acquisition — Granada Television secures production rights and funding.
Location: Studio
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1981 Release Date — Official television release date established for public viewing.
Location: Television
Broadcast & Legacy
Thames Television handles distribution and transmission. The film airs in 1981, reaching viewers and eventually being archived in audiovisual databases for historical reference.
Key Events
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Television Broadcast — Film airs on television in 1981, reaching the public.
Location: Television Network
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Distribution Deal — Thames Television handles film distribution and syndication.
Location: Distribution Office
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Archival Notes — Film details are recorded in audiovisual resources and databases.
Location: Database
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1981 Release Date — Official television release date established for public viewing.
Location: Television
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Broadcast Transmission — Film signal transmitted to television networks for airing.
Location: Transmission Center