BBC Four offers a fresh take on Dickens’ classic A Christmas Carol this holiday season. Anne-Marie Duff, known for her powerful performances in Shameless and Suffragette, lends her voice to an intimate, 75-minute narration of the much loved tale.
Filmed in Manchester, this isn’t your typical lavish period drama. Duff tackles not only Scrooge but the entire cast of characters, from Bob Cratchit and Tiny Tim to the ghostly visitors who shape Scrooge’s transformation. This one-woman show format offers a unique perspective on a well-worn story, focusing on Duff’s performance and Dickens’ language.
This production is part of “The Read,” a BBC series showcasing iconic British novels through performance readings. While the minimalist approach might not appeal to everyone, it offers a chance to experience A Christmas Carol in a new light, focusing on the emotional core of Dickens’ timeless story.
Will Duff’s performance resonate with modern audiences? Tune in to BBC Four on Sunday, December 22, 2024, at 7:45 pm to find out.
A Christmas Carol: The Read is produced by Rural Studios for BBC Four and BBC iPlayer. Executive Producers for Rural Studios are Grant Black and the commissioner for BBC Arts is Stephen James-Yeoman.
