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''My Zinc Bed'' is a 2008 British television
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directed by
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and based on the stage play of the same name by
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. It was commissioned by the
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and produced in association with
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Plot

The one-off drama follows
Alcoholics Anonymous Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) is an international mutual aid fellowship of alcoholics dedicated to abstinence-based recovery from alcoholism through its spiritually-inclined Twelve Step program. Following its Twelve Traditions, AA is non-professi ...
member Paul Peplow (
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) who is sent to interview wealthy businessman Victor Quinn (
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). Victor's obsession with addiction soon makes sense when Paul meets Victor's beautiful wife Elsa (
Uma Thurman Uma Karuna Thurman (born April 29, 1970) is an American actress and former model. She has performed in a variety of films, from romantic comedies and dramas to science fiction and action films. Following her appearances on the December 1985 an ...
) – who reveals that she herself is a recovering alcoholic.


Locations

The film is shot in many locations across
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, including the now-standard "crossing the
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" introductory shot backdropped by St. Paul's Cathedral and the
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office building (commonly referred to as "The Gherkin"). The Quinn's new residence is shown to be in the locale of the real
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Reception


Critical

The drama was well received by some critics, mostly overcoming the distraction of its high-powered cast. It was both commended and criticized for its retention of its stage-play roots.


Ratings

The drama was seen by around 1 million viewers, considered poor ratings, especially given Thurman's involvement.


References


External links

* 2008 television films 2008 films Films shot at Elstree Film Studios Films about alcoholism Films scored by Simon Boswell 2008 drama films Films directed by Anthony Page Television shows shot at Elstree Film Studios 2000s English-language films 2000s British films British drama television films {{2000s-UK-film-stub