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Julie Walters (Filth: The Mary Whitehouse Story; Mamma Mia!) stars in A Short Stay In Switzerland for BBC One, a one-off drama inspired by the true story of Dr Anne Turner by award-winning writer Frank McGuinness. Having just witnessed the death of her husband Jack from an incurable neurological disease, Anne Turner (Julie Walters) is diagnosed with a near-identical illness. With determined rationality, Anne's answer is that once her illness has reached a critical point, she will take her own life. And she needs her children's support. But the more her son and two daughters struggle to gain consensus over their mother's desire to die, as they struggle to find another way through, the further they pull apart. From Jessica's silent recriminations to Sophie's stubborn practicality, the magnitude of the situation threatens to tear the family to pieces. Anne must also face the fury of her best friend Claire whose opposing views bring them into direct and vocal conflict. Kate Harwood, Controller, Series and Serials, BBC Drama Production, says: "One of Ireland's foremost dramatists, Frank brings a lightness of touch, dark wit and a heart-wrenching humanity to this piece inspired by Anne Turner's story about life and death, love and family." A Short Stay In Switzerland was broadcast to critical acclaim BBC1 on Sunday January 25th 2009 at 9pm.
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United Kingdom released, PAL/Region 0 DVD: LANGUAGES: English ( Dolby Digital 2.0 ), SPECIAL FEATURES: Interactive Menu, Scene Access, SYNOPSIS: BBC drama written by Frank McGuinness and starring Julie Walters, inspired by the true story of Dr Anne Turner. After having recently lost her husband to a degenerative neurological disease, Anne (Julie Walters) is then herself diagnosed with a similar condition and, rather than suffering the debilitating effects of the illness, takes the decision to travel to Switzerland to end her own life when her symptoms reach a certain stage. This decison causes a great deal of upset within her family and amongst her friends, as they struggle to come to terms with Anne's determined wishes. ...A Short Stay in Switzerland
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13 of 13 people found the following review helpful
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If you didn't see this back in January - you have to buy this DVD. A touching true story about a doctor (Julie Walters) who nurses her husband through his degenerative illness and some time later, following his death is herself diagnosed with PSP - also a degenerative illness.
She has symptoms which she initially keeps from her children, but they become worried by her mood swings and general health. She eventually tells her children that she has PSP and they are devastated by the news.
As the PSP gets worse she decides that she would rather end her own life than go through the same pain & suffering that her husband did and so she makes enquiries about a euthanasia clinic in Switzerland and then convenes a meeting with her children to tell them of her plans.
A heart wrenching true story. One of the best films I have seen in recent years.
She has symptoms which she initially keeps from her children, but they become worried by her mood swings and general health. She eventually tells her children that she has PSP and they are devastated by the news.
As the PSP gets worse she decides that she would rather end her own life than go through the same pain & suffering that her husband did and so she makes enquiries about a euthanasia clinic in Switzerland and then convenes a meeting with her children to tell them of her plans.
A heart wrenching true story. One of the best films I have seen in recent years.
10 of 10 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
I watched this way back in Jan this year, and I loved it (as much as you can love a true life story such as this). Although the content of the programme is rather sad, I didn't find it sad or depressing at all. Cried my eyes out from 15 minutes in all the way to the end (and still get goose bumps now).
It shows the courageous story of one individual (and her family) and her struggle with a terminal illness.
After watching her husband deteriorate, suffer and die from an a terminal illness Dr. Anne Turner is diagnosed with PSP. We watch her battle her family and friends with the idea of wanting to take her life by euthanasia. The last scenes of this are short film are incredibly touching, and make you remember that the only things that matter in life is family!!
A story of love, courage, and family!!
It shows the courageous story of one individual (and her family) and her struggle with a terminal illness.
After watching her husband deteriorate, suffer and die from an a terminal illness Dr. Anne Turner is diagnosed with PSP. We watch her battle her family and friends with the idea of wanting to take her life by euthanasia. The last scenes of this are short film are incredibly touching, and make you remember that the only things that matter in life is family!!
A story of love, courage, and family!!
8 of 8 people found the following review helpful
By A. Prasad
Format:DVD
I watched this film when it was aired earlier this year. This truly is a great production, focussing on an extremely sensitive subject. Dr Anne Turner's moving story is done justice by Julie Walters & co, who approach the subject with such grace & respect, that it is difficult not to find yourself immursed. I'd highly recommend this!
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Depressing and remorseless
I first saw this television film in RE at school while we were studying euthanasia. We didn't have time to watch the entire film, so I watched it again today. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Darren M
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Superb but heavy going
The BBC does some things very well and this is one of them. Julie Walters plays the British doctor who decides she can no longer live with the appaling neuro-degenerative disease... Read more
Published 7 months ago by goneXC
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A difficult issue.
A harrowing tale of assisted suicide in Zurich, through the true story of a very brave woman and her family. May not suit everyone as it doesn't set out to entertain.
Published 18 months ago by Doreen Hunt
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Heartbreaking
I watched this with my daughter originally and now have watched several times to remind myself of the pain and the beauty of dying, why I became a nurse and to admire the courage... Read more
Published 20 months ago by Tspirit
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good service, haven't had the chance to see the film but arrived in excellent condition after order. look forward to reviewing the film
Published 20 months ago by livaboard
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In one word: Outstanding!
Brilliantly acted throughout and true to the real story, this drama is nothing but outstanding and one of the best BBC drama's screened of late. Read more
Published 23 months ago by 123sball
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Excellent dvd
This is a thought provoking dvd and shows why greater consideration should be given to extending human rights in the UK to those that are available in Switzerland. Read more
Published on 21 Mar 2011 by T. J. Mckenna
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A Fantastic Portrayal
This film depicts how the entire family was affected by such a tragic health issue, how they all reacted and gives the viewer some "food for thought" in relation to what changes... Read more
Published on 6 Jun 2010 by Rudolph Hucker
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Brilliant viewing
I first saw this programme on TV and Julie Walters plays the part absolutely brilliant! It brings home as to why Euthanasia should be legal in this country. Read more
Published on 19 Oct 2009 by B. White
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Brilliant portrayal of a sufferer from PSP and the hypocritical British uncaring attitude to personal choice to end suffering. Read more
Published on 16 Sep 2009 by P. Henneberg-Zimmer
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