Jess (Charlotte Coleman) is the adopted daughter of an over-enthusiastic evangelist (Geraldine Mc Ewan), whose views on life have been shaped by Bible classes & religious radio shows. When Jess grows up she meets Melanie & their close friendship turns to passion
- something that her horrified mother & local pastor believe is the work of the Devil, & they set out to take drastic action to save Jess from the evil temptation. This adaptation of Jeanette Winterson's bestselling novel won three BAFTA awards, including Best Actress (Mc Ewan) & Best Drama Series.