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The governor, Acorn TV ; director, Alan Dosser [and three others] ; written and produced by Lynda La Plante, Series 2

Label
The governor, Acorn TV ; director, Alan Dosser [and three others] ; written and produced by Lynda La Plante, Series 2
Language
eng
Characteristic
videorecording
Intended audience
Rating: Not rated :, CHV rating: 18A
Main title
The governor
Oclc number
1029199885
Responsibility statement
Acorn TV ; director, Alan Dosser [and three others] ; written and produced by Lynda La Plante
Runtime
305
Summary
After a disastrous riot at Barfield Prison, Helen Hewitt helps investigate an inmate's suspicious death. When the governor of Barfield is subsequently ousted, Helen takes the job, becoming the youngest woman in charge of an all-male prison. Determined to clean up the place, she causes resentment among both prisoners and officers with her new ideas and no-nonsense attitude. Despite the odds stacked against her, Helen works tirelessly to earn the respect she deserves
Technique
live action
Classification
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