20 Feb 1988
The Nature of the Beast
A boy reads about the attacks of a unknown animal on livestock in the town. He plans to run his own investigation. The so called beast however is also used as a metaphor for every day problems the townsfolk face.
A Cooler Climate
Envy. Fidelity. Outrage....the start of a beautiful friendship.
Iris is broke after her divorce and takes a job working as a housekeeper for a wealthy woman named Paula. When Paula and her husband separate, an unlikely friendship blossoms between the women.
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Sally Field Iris
Judy Davis Paula
Jerry Wasserman Leo
Winston Rekert Jack
Jessalyn Gilsig Callie
Carly Pope Beth
Denalda Williams Yvonne
Gerard Plunkett Graham
Alec Willows Marcus
Peter Yunker Oliver
Doug Abrahams Manager
Campbell Lane Mr. Mathers
Michael Kopsa Man on Train
Miriam Smith Woman on Train
Gary Hetherington Mr. Blake
Paul McGillion Young Policeman
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