A Very English Scandal(2018)
Director:
Stephen Frears
British Liberal Party leader Jeremy Thorpe is accused of conspiracy to murder his gay ex-lover and forced to stand trial in 1979.
A Very English Scandal
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A Very English Scandal is a captivating political drama series that takes viewers back to 1970s Britain. It follows the incredible true story of Jeremy Thorpe, the charismatic leader of the Liberal Party, who finds himself embroiled in a scandal that could destroy his political career.
The series begins by revealing Thorpe's secret affair with Norman Scott, a troubled young man. As society grows increasingly intolerant towards homosexuality, Thorpe becomes desperate to hide his past. When Scott threatens to expose their relationship, Thorpe's fear of public humiliation drives him to take extreme measures.
The story takes a dark turn when a conspiracy to murder Scott is set in motion. As the plot unravels and the trial approaches, Thorpe finds himself battling a web of secrets, lies, and political corruption. Will justice prevail, or will power and privilege protect the guilty?
A Very English Scandal is a gripping tale of betrayal, scandal, and the abuse of power. With its stellar cast, including Hugh Grant as Jeremy Thorpe and Ben Whishaw as Norman Scott, the series delves into the complexities of a high-profile trial that gripped the nation.
Get ready to be swept away by this enthralling exploration of politics, love, and justice in one of Britain's most notorious scandals.
The series begins by revealing Thorpe's secret affair with Norman Scott, a troubled young man. As society grows increasingly intolerant towards homosexuality, Thorpe becomes desperate to hide his past. When Scott threatens to expose their relationship, Thorpe's fear of public humiliation drives him to take extreme measures.
The story takes a dark turn when a conspiracy to murder Scott is set in motion. As the plot unravels and the trial approaches, Thorpe finds himself battling a web of secrets, lies, and political corruption. Will justice prevail, or will power and privilege protect the guilty?
A Very English Scandal is a gripping tale of betrayal, scandal, and the abuse of power. With its stellar cast, including Hugh Grant as Jeremy Thorpe and Ben Whishaw as Norman Scott, the series delves into the complexities of a high-profile trial that gripped the nation.
Get ready to be swept away by this enthralling exploration of politics, love, and justice in one of Britain's most notorious scandals.