Love in a Cold Climate

Love in a Cold Climate

Limited Series 1980 · 8 eps · ★ 6.8 · Drama

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The unconventional lives and loves of the family of Lord Alconleigh, dominated by the eccentric, irascible Uncle Matthew. The story encompasses the economic and political crises of the Thirties and the upheavals of the Second World War.

Directed by Donald McWhinnie · Written by Simon Raven

Network: ITV1

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