Passing

Based on Passing by Nella Larsen

Two African American women meet one hot afternoon in Chicago, 1925. Both are light skinned and able to pass for white, but only one has chosen to spend her life on the other side.

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  • Type: Adaptation
  • Channel: BBC Radio 4
  • Duration: 13'43''
  • Broadcast date: 2022
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UK only
Staff and students of licensed education establishments only
Cannot be adapted

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Passing By Nella Larsen

Passing By Nella Larsen | Episode 1

Passing By Nella Larsen | Episode 1

2022 | 13'43''

Two African American women meet one hot afternoon in Chicago, 1925. Both are light skinned and able to pass for white, but only one has c...

Passing | Episode 2

Passing | Episode 2

2022 | 13'42''

Unable to evade Clare's insistent invitations, Irene is persuaded to make a visit to Clare's hotel suite for afternoon tea. Contains language which some ...

Passing | Episode 3

Passing | Episode 3

2022 | 13'36''

After their encounter in Chicago two years earlier, Irene Redfield resolved to distance herself from Clare Kendry, who is now Clare Bellew. But Clare ha...

Passing | Episode 4

Passing | Episode 4

2022 | 13'40''

Irene has reluctantly welcomed Clare into her life. But she has become aware that Clare is getting close to her handsome doctor husband Brian.

Passing | Episode 5

Passing | Episode 5

2022 | 13'40''

Irene and Felise encounter John Bellew in the street. Contains language which some may find offensive.
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Passing | BBC Radio 4 | 2022

Passing | Episode 5

Irene and Felise encounter John Bellew in the street. Contains language which some may find offensive.
Passing | BBC Radio 4 | 2022

Passing | Episode 4

Irene has reluctantly welcomed Clare into her life. But she has become aware that Clare is getting close to her handsome doctor husband Brian.