Biting the Hands

S02E08·April 11, 1989·45m·BBC One

Two Scottish women doing a feminist cabaret act in a seedy pub have to choose between principle and profit when success on the alternative cabaret circuit beckons.

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Guest stars

Judy Sweeneyas Linda Louise Beattieas Gail Anne Kristenas Sheila

Ewan Stewartas Phil

Stephanie Fayermanas Karen Andrew Robertsonas Jim Billy McElhaneyas Joe

Tony Roperas Gordon Audrey Jenkinsonas Jackie Douglas Andersonas Paul Kerry Arthuras Wendy Hilary Macleanas Student Marcus Railtonas First Squaddie Kenneth McFadyenas Second Squaddie

Crew

Carol WilksDirector Rona MunroWriter Norman McCandlishProducer Dugald FindlayProduction Design

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