Heartbeats in a Tin Box (7 Dec. 1964)

Christine Box, a normally placid,unmarried teacher at a tough secondary modern school uncharacteristically lashes out at a pupil and is charged with assault. Though found guilty she is ... See full summary »

Director:

Roy Ward Baker

Writer:

Robert Stewart

Stars:

Herbert Lom, Michael Johnson, Sally Smith

Cast

Episode cast overview, first billed only:
Herbert Lom	...	Dr. Roger Corder
Michael Johnson	...	Dr. Jimmy Davis
Sally Smith	...	Jennifer Corder
Mary Yeomans	...	Nancy Hamilton
Judith Stott	...	Christine Box
Catherine Lacey	...	Mrs. Box
Ray McAnally	...	Alan Prescott
Russell Napier	...	Headmaster
John Junkin	...	McCutcheon
Susan George	...	Gina McCutcheon
Christopher Witty	...	Stone
Gerald Harper	...	1st Lawyer
Donald Eccles	...	2nd Lawyer
Maurice Hedley	...	Magistrate
Tenniel Evans	...	Doctor

Storyline

Christine Box, a normally placid,unmarried teacher at a tough secondary modern school uncharacteristically lashes out at a pupil and is charged with assault. Though found guilty she is allowed back at the school because of her previous good record and once again has another lapse. Dr. Corder delves into her family and social background to understand how she has suddenly taken on a new violent streak.

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Genres:

Drama

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Details

Language:

English

Release Date:

7 December 1964 (UK)

Filming Locations:

Elstree Studios, Borehamwood, Hertfordshire, England, UK

Company Credits

Production Co:

Independent Artists

Technical Specs

Sound Mix:

Mono (RCA Sound Recording)

Color:

Black and White

Aspect Ratio:

1.33 : 1

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