Alois and Klara have suffered three miscarriages in three years, so on the eve of her labour, cautions are high. The Doctor sends for husband Alois, an Officer who believes in duties before family. Alois is finally convinced to be by his Wife's side, clearly frightened by the fate of Klara's previous pregnancies.
I am amazed by the beginning, when Roal Dahl states that the story is true and that the names and details used are totally authentic, but then why not?
It's a nicely acted episode, Helmut Griem and Zhivila Roche put in nice performances, the production values are quite good too, it's an attractive looking period piece, it's just a little disappointing as a story, a bit bland, the only real twist comes right at the end. Can be tough to get through this one.
Bit dull, it's also a very depressing watch, all a bit grim really. 4/10
I am amazed by the beginning, when Roal Dahl states that the story is true and that the names and details used are totally authentic, but then why not?
It's a nicely acted episode, Helmut Griem and Zhivila Roche put in nice performances, the production values are quite good too, it's an attractive looking period piece, it's just a little disappointing as a story, a bit bland, the only real twist comes right at the end. Can be tough to get through this one.
Bit dull, it's also a very depressing watch, all a bit grim really. 4/10