A series of six individual plays, each linked by the scorpion-like twist in its denouement, Scorpion Tales features some of Britain's most talented and renowned actors - including Trevor Howard, Geoffrey Palmer, Jack Shepherd, Don Henderson and Patrick Barr.The impressive diversity of the plays reflects the free hand given to a team of distinguished writers that includes Ian Kennedy-Martin (The Sweeney), Jeremy Burnham (The Avengers), Bob Baker and Dave Martin (Doctor Who); the screenplays range from an engagingly devious account of a man's attempt to outwit a computer, to a tough drama about a jaded policeman who becomes the object of a homosexual vendetta, a chilling tale about a secret training course, and a supernatural story of a boy's attempt to gain his father's attention by invoking evil powers. The series is produced by David Reid (The Power Game), and directors include Shaun O'Riordan (Sapphire and Steel) and BAFTA winner Don Leaver (Prime Suspect, A Touch of Frost).First screened in 1978, the complete series is released here for the first time on DVD.
High flying corporate climber Julie Styron has to perform well at her next presentation to clinch the deal of a lifetime. When her new assistant Paula arrives late with her presentation materials Julie promptly fires her. However when the two meet by chance later in a hotel bar Julie attempts a reconciliation but Paula swiftly turns the tables on her. As the night progresses things take a dark turn as a complex battle of power authority and wits emerges.
Titles Comprise: Vampire Secrets: In this fascinating journey through time HISTORY uncovers the ancient folkloric origins of blood-craving creatures from beyond the grave. Bram Stoker: This fascinating programme introduces the man behind one of literature's most enduring creations. MonsterQuest: Movie Monsters Vampires in America: We investigate cases of people who thirst for blood. Can science separate the fact from the fiction surrounding these creatures of the night? Origins Of The Vampire: The fictional vampire is rooted in a grim reality the vampire legend grew out of actual incidents and horrifying encounters with death and the unknown. We investigate the vampire. History's Mysteries The Real Dracula: The exploits of the fictional vampires pale in comparison to the horrors committed by Vlad THE REAL DRACULA! We look at the truth behind the fiction. Cities of the Underworld: Dracula's Underground: We unearth the facts and myths of Bucharest's most famous figure Vlad the Impaler more commonly known as Dracula. Travelling underground to explore secret prisons caves and dungeons.
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