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    Costume Encounter: Sheridan Smith as Sally Thorn in The 7.39

    10 Jan ’14 /

    Two-part BBC drama The 7.39 could have been your average ‘man meets woman and has an affair’ tale. However, the overall verdict has been one of admiration at not only the amazing acting from its star players but also the script, which took the audience on an emotional rollercoaster throughout its glorious two hours. But again, often overlooked is the costume, in this case contemporary. The story of the female lead, Sally Thorn, played by Sheridan Smith with a wonderful naturalness, is particularly clearly told through what she wears (costume design by Lucinda Wright). Carl Matthews (believably played by David Morrissey) is stuck in a rut. Tired of his job,…

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    Michael Caine in Get Carter: Killer Suit

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    Michael Caine created Jack Carter, yet his immaculate blue mohair suit was more than a little responsible for creating the myth.

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