Telford's Change
Telford's Change is a 1979 BBC television series by Brian Clark which stars Peter Barkworth who plays bank manager, Mark Telford, who takes a backward step in his career in order to retreat from the rat race. He relinquishes his job in international banking and becomes a local branch manager in Dover. Telford's wife Laura (Hannah Gordon) and son Peter (Michael Maloney) remain in London where Laura is romantically pursued by her theatrical colleague Tim (Keith Barron). Despite the banking backdrop, events transpire to be less dull than one mght expect.
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Plot Summary
A successful but unfulfilled advertising executive, Arthur Telford, finds himself increasingly disillusioned with his life. After a series of personal and professional crises, he decides to abandon his comfortable existence and embark on a quest for meaning. His journey leads him through unexpected encounters and challenges his perceptions of success, identity, and happiness.
Critical Reception
Telford's Change received a mixed to negative reception upon its release. Critics often cited its slow pacing and underdeveloped plot as significant drawbacks, though some performances, particularly Glenda Jackson's, were occasionally praised. Audiences also seemed largely indifferent to the film, contributing to its limited commercial success.
What Reviewers Say
- Pacing issues and a lack of compelling narrative arc were commonly criticized.
- Some performances, especially Glenda Jackson's, were noted as a saving grace.
- The film's exploration of existential themes was considered superficial by many.
Google audience: Audience reviews for Telford's Change are scarce, but available comments suggest a general lack of engagement with the film's themes and execution, with many finding it forgettable.
Fun Fact
The film was one of the last directed by Cy Enfield, who passed away shortly after its release.
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