A Room for the Winter (1981)
James van Santen, a white South African writer facing imminent arrest for acts of sabotage, has escaped to England. He leaves behind him not only a violent political life but also his handsome lover, Stephen. With little money or inclination to work, he fights a battle of wills with his Jamaican landlady, Katherine.
Director: Jim Goddard
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Jack Shepherd as James van Stanten |
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Michael Kitchen as Stephen |
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David Daker as Halliday |
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Paul Copley as Robert |
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Pamela Obermeyer as Katherine |
| Directing | Jim Goddard | Director |
| Writing | Rose Tremain | Writer |
| Production | June Roberts | Producer |