January 6, 2009
Dorcas (Julia Sawalha) sets
out to defeat newcomer
James (Jason Merrells)
Battling with her emotions for new arrival James Dowland, Dorcas Lane sets out to defeat the dashing property developer in the parish council elections, as this popular adaptation of Flora Thomson’s memoir of her Oxfordshire childhood continues. In her quest to win, Dorcas is caught up in a fight to prove that there is a place for women in politics.
Meanwhile, over in Lark Rise, the daily grind of making ends meet proves too much for Robert and Emma Timmins, as they find themselves torn between the past and the future. As Candleford continues to embrace the growth and prosperity that James Dowland pledges, Robert’s reluctance to change grows stronger.
Lily Spicer, too, has her own issues with change. Used to living her life on the road, the appeal of a little home comfort is overwhelming. Longing to settle down, but hesitant to compromise her true self, Lily must decide what it is that makes her a real woman.
Young romance continues to puzzle Alf Arless, as he questions his feelings for Laura again. With the help of Twister, they set out to win her over. But the introduction of Alf’s new love interest is not quite what it seems.
Jason Merrells plays James Dowland, Julia Sawalha plays Dorcas Lane, Brendan Coyle plays Robert Timmins, Claudie Blakley plays Emma Timmins, guest star Lorraine Ashbourne plays Lily Spicer, John Dagleish plays Alf Arless, Olivia Hallinan plays Laura Timmins and Karl Johnson plays Twister.
Lark Rise To Candleford is also being simulcast on the BBC HD channel – the BBC’s High Definition channel available through Freesat, Sky and Virgin Media. With up to five times more detail than standard definition television, HD gives you exceptionally vivid colours and crisp pictures to make Lark Rise To Candleford a truly cinematic TV experience.
6 responses to "A place for women in politics – Lark Rise To Candleford, Series 2, Episode 2"
is phillip not to be in series 2
Maybe he wont be in it as much but I have a feeling he will pop up coz i could imagine he still would work for the squire. i know that aint very helpful but oh well =]
On wikipedia it seems to say that philip and timothy have just disapeared which is a shame because they make the program really interesting.
Maybe I’m in the minority, but I actually don’t miss Philip or Timothy that much! Dorcas was never going to get out of that rut she was in whilst Sir Timothy was around and it wasn’t fair to his wife to stay in the town. Also Philip turned out to be not so nice a character in the end, he had a really nasty possessive streak.
On the other hand, I do very much like the new hotel owner. Dorcas is really struggling as she both dislikes him and fancies him at the same time!
In last Sunday’s episode there was a reference to one of the sisters being able to vote because she was a householder. But women property owners did not get the vote till 1918 and it wasn’t till 1930 that all women were able to vote. Also, would Dorcas not be prevented from standing for the council because she was a Post Office employee?
Shaz – very good points. I too, never really took to either Timothy (who just seemed to want the best of both worlds) or Phillip.
Anne – Also a very interesting point… I may have to research it and get back to you. Of course, that will mean having to watch the episode again… what a bind!!!
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