Call the midwife. Season twelve [videorecording] / series created by Heidi Thomas ; written by Heidi Thomas, Lena Rae, Nicola Wilson, Lucy Catherine, Sally Abbott, Lisa Holdsworth ; produced by Ann Tricklebank ; directed by Ann Tricklebank, Syd Macartney, Sarah Esdaile, Corin Campbell Hill, James Larkin, David Tucker, Ruth Platt ; a Neal Street production for BBC and PBS.
It's 1968 and Enoch Powell's infamous 'Rivers of Blood' speech creates serious tension in Poplar, especially when a group of dockers march in support of Powell. The midwives welcome a new nun, Sister Veronica, who's an instant hit with everyone, except Nurse Crane. Meanwhile, Trixie's relationship with Matthew goes from strength to strength, while Nurse Crane helps Nancy with her financial woes. Sister Julienne enjoys helping out on the district rounds, Shelagh and Dr. Turner split their time between the busy maternity home and their lively young family, while Reggie continues to bring joy into Violet and Fred's lives.
Record details
- ISBN: 9786318988575
- ISBN: 6318988572
- Physical Description: 3 videodiscs (480 minutes) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in.
- Edition: Widescreen.
- Publisher: [London] : BBC Studios, [2023]
Content descriptions
- General Note:
- Bonus content: Behind the scenes of season twelve.Inspired by the memoirs of Jennifer Worth.Originally broadcast as single episodes of a television program in 2022-2023.Widescreeen.
- Creation/Production Credits Note:
- Neal Street Productions ; created by Heidi Thomas ; writers, Heidi Thomas [and others] ; directors, Ann Tricklebank [and others] ; produced by Ann Tricklebank.
- Participant or Performer Note:
- Jenny Agutter, Linda Bassett, Judy Parfitt, Helen George, Laura Main, Leonie Elliott, Stephen McGann, Daniel Laurie, Cliff Parisi, Annabelle Apsion, Ella Bruccoleri, Megan Cusack, Rebecca Gethings, Georgie Glen, Zephryn Taitte, Olly Rix, Vanessa Redgrave.
- Date/Time and Place of an Event Note:
- Originally broadcast by BBC One in 2023.
- System Details Note:
- DVD; region 1, NTSC; widescreen (16:9); stereo, Dolby Digital.
- Terms Governing Use and Reproduction Note:
- For private home use only.
- Language Note:
- English dialogue; English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing (SDH).
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Available copies
- 30 of 31 copies available at NC Cardinal. (Show)
- 2 of 2 copies available at McDowell County Public Library.
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- 0 current holds with 31 total copies.
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| Location | Call Number / Copy Notes | Barcode | Shelving Location | Status | Due Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marion Library | DVD CAL (Text) | 37810435591093 | Adult Video | Available | - |
| Old Fort Branch Library | DVD CAL (Text) | 37810435495428 | Adult Video | Available | - |
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Summary:
It's 1968 and Enoch Powell's infamous 'Rivers of Blood' speech creates serious tension in Poplar, especially when a group of dockers march in support of Powell. The midwives welcome a new nun, Sister Veronica, who's an instant hit with everyone, except Nurse Crane. Meanwhile, Trixie's relationship with Matthew goes from strength to strength, while Nurse Crane helps Nancy with her financial woes. Sister Julienne enjoys helping out on the district rounds, Shelagh and Dr. Turner split their time between the busy maternity home and their lively young family, while Reggie continues to bring joy into Violet and Fred's lives.
