Taking The Flak Series 1, Episode 3 - Cursed Is The Country - British Comedy Guide (original) (raw)
There is more conflict in the African country of Karibu when junior BBC stringer Harry meets girlfriend Grace's father for the first time.
Further details
Harry meets his girlfriend Grace's father for the first time. Meanwhile senior correspondent David and new cameraman Rory clash over the uses of root ginger and producer Jane loses her patience after David's passport comes to a sticky end at the hands of the local militia - who soon want much more than a bribe.
There's good news as charity worker Samantha organises a traditional summer fete in aid of boy soldiers, Sons Without Guns. However, after a mix-up involving the Beckhams, will Fiona Bruce witness the BBC's Chief Foreign Editor being terminated, live, on air?
Broadcast details
Date
Wednesday 22nd July 2009
Time
10pm
Channel
Length
30 minutes
Cast & crew
Cast
| Martin Jarvis | David Bradburn |
|---|---|
| Doon Mackichan | Jane Thomason |
| Bruce Mackinnon | Harry Chambers |
| Joanna Brookes | Margaret Hollis |
| Damian O'Hare | Rory Wallace |
| Lydiah Gitachu | Grace Matiko |
| Lucy Chalkley | Samantha Cunningham Fleming |
| Harry Lloyd | Alexander Taylor-Pierce |
| Kobna Holdbrook-Smith | Joyful Sifuri |
Guest cast
| David Mulwa | Goroi (Grace's Father) |
|---|---|
| Derrick Assetto | Roadblock Policeman |
| Damilare Olowoye | Tom Tom |
| Fiona Bruce | Self |
Writing team
| Tira Shubart | Writer |
|---|---|
| Jon Rolph | Writer |
| Paul Kerensa | Writer (Additional Material) |
Production team
| Jon Rolph | Director |
|---|---|
| Adam Miller | Director |
| Tira Shubart | Producer |
| Jon Rolph | Producer |
| Jon Plowman | Executive Producer |
| William Webb | Editor |
| Georgina Millett | Production Designer |
| David Lowe | Composer |
Video
Meet the Parents
Harry really wants to make the right impression when he meets Grace's father.
Featuring: Lydiah Gitachu (Grace Matiko), Bruce Mackinnon (Harry Chambers) & David Mulwa (Goroi).