A Dark Adapted Eye
1994 · 1 season · 2 eps · ★ 8.0 · Crime , Drama
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This psychological mystery/thriller, adapted from Ruth Rendell's novel of the same name, depicts a family on the edge. Two sisters, the elder obsessive Vera, and the younger, manipulative Eden, cut a path of jealousy, murder and revenge that leads to the destruction of their entire family.
Directed by Tim Fywell · Written by Sandy Welch
Network: BBC One
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Celia Imrie Vera -
Helena Bonham Carter Faith Severn -
Robin Ellis John -
Bernice Stegers Vranni -
Sophie Ward Eden -
William Gaminara Andrew -
Pip Torrens Chad -
Kelly Marcel Vera (jeune) -
David Cann Albert March
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