David Dodge's novel is a fast-paced, entertaining page-turner that was subsequently turned into a memorable film by Alfred Hitchcock, starring Cary Grant and Grace Kelly. Now, Jean Buchanan's dramatisation brings it to radio. American John Robie is living quietly in the South of France, trying to put his career as a notorious jewel thief behind him. However, when a series of huge jewel thefts begins on the Riviera, targeting rich Americans, the police immediately suspect he's returned to his old ways. To prove his innocence, and trap the real thief, Robie must resort to subterfuge. But his plans go awry when the daughter of one of the rich American tourists takes rather too close an interest in him - and his past.
Cast:
John Robie..........Jeff Harding
Francie Stevens......Jennifer Lee Jellicorse
Mrs Stevens...........Laura Brook
Paul...............Alun Raglan
Bellini..........Simon Armstrong
Danielle..........Aurelie Amblard
French Extras..........Martin Sorrell
Director: Sara Davies.
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thank you
Dear William,
Here is another great offering. Thanks again from a very grateful listener.
Bob
Broadcast date: January 8, 2011
The Hitchcock film differs considerably from the novel, which was inspired by a real incident—a jewel-robbery at a very grand villa near the modest villa that Dodge and his wife were renting. The police even suspected David Dodge, then recently arrived in France, of being the daring cat-burglar.
What David Thomson is to cinema you are most certainly to radio.
Thanks, look forward to this one!