4 episodes
CRAIGLOCKHART: An Audio Drama in Three Acts Frank Hudec
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- Fiction
WW1 - 1917.
When David Allister, a facially disfigured war hero, writes a biting condemnation of the war, he is placed in the care of Dr. Ethan Drury at Craiglockhart mental hospital until he agrees to publish a retraction. While there, he meets Arthur Bridgland, a shell-shocked soldier obsessed with returning to battle after having been labeled a coward. David delights in tormenting Arthur until he meets and falls in love with Arthur’s suffragette sister, Lucy.
Steam Punk meets James Whale by way of MASTERPIECE THEATRE.
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Act 1: The Arrival
WW1 - 1917
When David Allister, a facially disfigured war hero, writes a biting condemnation of the war, he is sent to Craiglockhart mental hospital until he agrees to publish a retraction.
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Act 2: The Deception
David and Arthur’s attempt to deceive Dr. Drury goes horribly wrong.
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Act 3: The Convalescence
Back in London, a marriage is arranged for David. Lucy confirms Arthur’s death and lays the blame at David’s feet. A humbled Dr. Drury visits. Martha retreats into séance.
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trailer for CRAIGLOCKHART
WW1 - 1917
When David Allister, a facially disfigured war hero, writes a biting condemnation of the war, he is sent to Craiglockhart mental hospital until he agrees to publish a retraction.
For the best experience, please listen with headphones.
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