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Who Killed Mrs De Ropp?
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Who Killed Mrs De Ropp?

2007-05-02 · 58 min · ★ 4.9

Drama · TV Movie

On a train journey, Saki meets Mrs De Ropp, an oppressive aunt and guardian to an unruly brood. Inspired by the meeting, he imagines a tale of repressed children who find solace in their childish wonder, and are saved by their imagination.

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Directors
Sam Hobkinson
Production companies
BBC
Countries
United Kingdom
Status
Released

Top Cast

Gemma JonesGemma JonesMrs De Ropp
Ben DanielsBen DanielsSaki
Thomas ByrneThomas ByrneCyril
Bill MilnerBill MilnerNicholas
Samuel HonywoodSamuel HonywoodConradin
Julia JoyceJulia JoyceJane
Madeleine WilliamsEnid
Andrew ByrneBobby
Jenny LivseyMaid

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