Acclaimed BBC adaptatation. Written by bestselling author Patrick Gale, it features an exciting cast of outstanding young stars alongside Oscar-winner Vanessa Redgrave. This captivating drama from the makers of Broadchurch and Apple Tree Yard explores forbidden wartime love - vividly contrasted with a present-day romance nearly derailed by the consequences of the 1940s tale with which it is so intertwined. Southern Italy, 1944: as chaos reigns all around them, British Army Captain Michael Berryman meets war artist Thomas March. Despite having a young fiance, Flora, straight-laced Michael finds himself falling for Thomas bohemian charms; their relationship, however, is made impossible by societal pressures.2017: In a more accepting world, an ageing Flora looks on as her grandson Adam tentatively forms a relationship with his client Steve. But while the external obstacles have fallen away, a minefield of internalised issues and dangerous temptations still line the road to happiness... Running Time: 120 minutes Region: Region 2 (This DVD may not be viewable outside Europe. Read more about DVD formats.)