The Singapore Grip 1
2020-07-26 | Drama | 6 episodes1 Season
Episode
Singapore for Beginners (2020)
For rubber baron Walter Blackett and his family, 1941 Singapore is full of wealth and privilege, where the horrors of war-torn Europe are a distant whisper. But when their power and stability are rocked by new arrivals and the looming threat of a Japanese invasion, Walter has a cunning plan.
Directed By
- Tom Vaughan
Writer
- Christopher Hampton
The Great World (2020)
Matthew adjusts to life in Singapore and acquaints himself with his father's rubber trade, but is troubled when he discovers that dubious practices are taking place. After an evening of Singaporean entertainment with the Blacketts, Matthew, exhausted and fever-ridden, finds himself torn between two women, and America joins the war.
Engagement (2020)
The Blacketts intensify their campaign to secure Matthew's allegiances and Walter remains obstinate, despite the Japanese bombing Singapore. Vera nurses Matthew through his fevered delirium while the Major is warned not to trust her. Charlie, Sylvia's brother, re-joins his regiment and Ehrendorf volunteers, and Matthew makes a momentous decision.
The Singapore Grip (2020)
Matthew learns the true nature of life in Malaya as the Japanese tighten their grip on the continent.
The Human Condition (2020)
Walter is given a surprising opportunity as Matthew determines to save Vera from the chaos taking root.
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