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Directed by British filmmaker Brian Percival, and adapted to screen by UK screenwriter Adrian Hodges, this gripping period crime-drama features an accomplished British cast that includes Billie Piper, Matt Smith, Siân Thomas, Julie Walters and JJ Feild. With a fine score offered from UK composer Martin Phipps, the film is co-produced by London-based BBC.

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Recently orphaned woman, Sally (Billie Piper), investigates her father’s unexpected death after he leaves a cryptic message in his final letter. Faced with many enemies including assassins, gangs and her own aunt (Julie Walters), Sally is pulled into many mysterious worlds in pursuit of answers.