Episode One - BLUE AMENDS - 17/10/12
14.
HARRY On the house, Mr Shelby. Thomas barely looks up from his cigarette pack as he puts some coins on the bar anyway. As Thomas lights his cigarette, we notice through his smoke that the men at the window table are looking over. One of the men is on his feet, draining his pint with purpose. As he approaches the bar, we recognize him as FREDDIE THORNE from the photo in Campbell’s file. Freddie comes to stand beside Thomas and appears to lack the fear of almost everyone else. FREDDIE (TO HARRY) I’ll take a Mild. Thomas hardly looks at Freddie but we feel a tension between the men as they stand side-by-side. (Perhaps their handsome silhouettes compete for our focus as they both stare straight ahead). When Harry gives Freddie his pint, Freddie pays with the money Thomas put down on the bar. It is a deliberate gesture. Harry looks horrified. Thomas draws on his cigarette and shrugs acceptance. Freddie half smiles. FREDDIE (CONT’D) Cheers Thomas. Good health to you. Freddie sips his beer but doesn’t leave. Thomas knows there is an agenda. Finally, Freddie speaks softly. FREDDIE (CONT’D) Is it not enough everybody’s scared to death of you these days Tommy? You have to make fools of them as well. Thomas takes a weary breath (as if he expects this from Freddie). FREDDIE (CONT’D) People who believe in witches spending money they don’t have on a horse that can’t win. Most in the pub have turned their backs, fearing Thomas. Freddie persists in a soft voice. FREDDIE (CONT’D) You have fun playing with their ignorance... Thomas glances back at Freddie’s friends near to the door. THOMAS
When the revolution comes you can make me Minister of Information.
Made with FlippingBook flipbook maker