What Needs to be Done Doctors

OK.

OK, I'll be there. 1:00.

I better go.

No, it's OK, I'll find it. I've got the postcode.

Yeah.

You off to the hospital?

Ah, yes, I am just waiting for my chauffeur.

Chauffeur?

Dr Carter has very kindly offered to drive me

to collect my new house guest.

You must be a bit nervous?

Why would I be nervous?

Karen's been through a lot.

It's not going to be easy sharing a house with her.

This arrangement is not for ever.

In the meantime, it has fallen on me to make sure that she is happy

and comfortable and I will do everything in my power to

make sure that happens.

See you.

Did she go straight off?

Yeah, she's sound asleep.

Where are you meeting him?

What difference does that make?

I just want to know.

I think you should just let me get on with it. Yeah?

You're right. I'm sorry.

I think it's amazing that you're doing this.

Dennis, I don't want to talk about it.

Sergeant Hollins has dropped some of your clothes off at my house

and Dr Carter has very kindly offered to be our chauffeur.

Trust me.

Everything will be fine.

Have you said your goodbyes to all the doctors and nurses?

The nice ones.

It's a routine appointment, really, to see how things are going.

Well, Yasmin's asleep.

How's she doing?

As well as can be expected.

I've looked at the notes.

There doesn't seem to be any new developments?

Not really.

This visit's as much about you two as anything else.

I appreciate your concern,

but I'm not exactly sure what you can do for us.

Are you coping OK?

Do we have a choice?

There's help if you need it.

We know all about the help that's available.

Unfortunately, it's not what we need.

We'll be fine, Dr Clay.

I'm really sorry but I need to be somewhere.

At least wait until the doctor's gone.

I said I'd be there for one.

Look, I'll see you when I get back.

You'll have to excuse me, Doctor.

MAN TALKS ON RADIO

-Do we have to listen to all this talking?

-Of course not.

How boring.

You'd think they'd get fed up of the sound of their own voices.

Double boring.

DANCE MUSIC PLAYS

-What the hell is that?

-Language, please.

MUSIC: "I Feel For You" by Chaka Khan

Ooh, I know this one.

# I feel for you

# I think I love you

-BOTH:

-# I feel for you

# I think I love you

# Chaka Khan, let me rock you

# Let me rock you, Chaka Khan

# Chaka Khan, that's all I wanna do

# Chaka Khan, let me rock you Let me rock you, Chaka Khan... #

This must be putting an incredible strain on you both.

It might help to talk about it.

What good will talking do?

Might spread the burden a bit?

I do know what you're going through.

You've watched your kid slowly die in front of you?

Sorry.

A child on the transplant list is about as stressful as it gets.

I understand the pressure you're under.

BABY CRIES IN OTHER ROOM

What about the pressure of knowing your wife's about to go

and sleep with another man?

Do you understand that as well?

Here we are.

Home sweet home.

-Welcome to my humble abode.

-It's nice.

I hope you'll be very happy here.

As the Spanish say, mi casa su casa.

Eh?

It means make yourself at home. Help yourself to anything you need.

Within reason, of course.

Let's start the tour with the living room.

Oh, lovely. You can never have too many cushions.

You and I will be like flatmates.

We'll have ladies' nights in with "chips and dips".

And maybe we can find some music that we both like.

Sounds great.

Let me show you to your room.

She OK?

She's fine.

When did Sophie start having this affair?

It's not an affair.

OK.

It's the first time.

Doesn't make it all right though, does it?

And we agreed to it.

Why would you do that?

It's complicated.

And we said we wouldn't talk to anybody else about it.

Well, you're clearly not comfortable with your decision,

whatever you decided.

It's too late. She's gone.

So call her. Tell her you've changed your mind.

She won't answer.

She doesn't change her mind once it's made up.

-You two should be supporting each other right now.

-We are.

I don't...

Do you really think things will be the same after this?

It's too late.

I don't even know where she's gone.

Unless...

..could you look after Yasmin for a minute?

Dennis...

I'll only be a few minutes.

Heston Carter.

-Here's your script for today. Take a seat.

-Thank you.

It's really nice.

You don't like it?

Yeah, it's great. It's just...

-What?

-Where's the TV?

There is a television downstairs.

I know that, but what if we don't want to watch the same programmes?

-I bet you don't watch Top Of The Pops?

-Top of the what?

See?

I do not think it's a good idea to lock yourself away

in your bedroom watching television, it is not healthy for you.

I'm not talking about locking myself away.

I'm just saying that I might need some space now and then.

We can see about getting you a television.

You rock, Mrs T.

Thank you. I think.

What?

It's nothing.

-It's just your youthful enthusiasm, it reminds me of someone.

-Who?

Imogen. Your daughter.

I don't know about you, but my tummy is rumbling.

Perhaps you could come and help me to prepare some lunch?

I really need to be going soon.

-I won't be long.

-What exactly are you doing?

She put the address into the maps page. I'm checking the history.

Then what?

-You told me I should stop her.

-No, I didn't.

Do you really want to confront her while she's with him?

-Things could get nasty.

-Bingo.

OK, so we'll take it from the top.

The Ugly Sisters are lost, they've just been chased by Jordan,

the creature in the woods.

Yes, Jordan, "the creature in the woods".

That's a reference to the glamour model.

Isn't it hilarious?

So, I'll read the part of Sharon.

You read the part of Tracy, the eldest of the Ugly Sisters.

-Got it?

-Yeah, I think so.

We'll go right up to the part where they buy the golden beans

from Danny Dyer.

Yes, I wasn't entirely sure who Danny Dyer is?

You know.

-COCKNEY ACCENT:

-Danny Dyer, he's a geezer, don't mug me off,

jog on, you mug.

Maybe we should just crack on?

Yeah, of course.

I think you start.

Of course, of course.

"Ooh, whatever are we to do, two ladies,

"alone and lost in the woods?"

With that awful creature lurking.

If only we had a strong man with a big weapon to take us the right way.

Or the wrong way even, any way would do.

But you never can find a strong man when you need him.

Especially one with a big weapon.

So we must carry on.

Two innocent damsels, blindly thrusting in the darkness.

What's the problem? That was great.

I'm just a bit concerned.

Do you think this is appropriate for a family audience?

Why wouldn't it be?

All this cheap innuendo. It's a bit misogynistic, isn't it?

And references to obscure celebrities...

That's what pantomimes are all about. It's just a bit of fun.

Well, I'm all for a bit of fun.

And I can appreciate what the writer is attempting...

"Attempting"?

..but pantomime is a very specific art.

It's post-modern.

And you were doing fine.

Now, can we carry on with the reading?

Yes, of course. Where were we?

I'm sorry, Dr Clay.

I need you to look after Yasmin for a little while. This is important.

-Oh, come on!

-I'll be back as soon as I can.

-Dennis, wait!

-I can't let this happen, you're right.

If that man lays a hand on my wife, I'll kill him.

Dennis...

PAN SIZZLES

-Are you not going to lend a hand?

-Can't cook.

Well, perhaps it is time you learned.

My mum used to do all the cooking.

Cooking is one of life's simple pleasures.

Perhaps now is a time that you experienced it.

Come, start stirring.

Very good. Good.

You should start to enjoy the aromas and the colours.

What is it anyway?

It is chicken fajitas. Nurse Marquez told me about it.

She says she makes them for her friends all the time.

The recipe is all the way from Mexico.

Mexico?

Alas, what's that noise?

It's the volcano. I fear it may be about to erupt prematurely.

Don't you just hate it when that happens?

And Jordan, the creature from the woods, is fast approaching.

Why don't we hide in this simple shack until the danger passes?

That's a fine idea, but the door is stuck fast.

Just grab the knob and pull it hard.

You've clearly done that before.

What's wrong now?

I'm sorry, but the material is entirely inappropriate.

The writer doesn't have a modicum of talent.

A modicum?

-A small amount...

-I know what it means.

He doesn't understand the history

and tradition of the British pantomime.

It's puerile and he should be ashamed of himself.

Perhaps "he" was aiming to create a pantomime with a difference?

Well, difference doesn't always mean "better".

Is it too late to give him some notes?

Or get him to rewrite the whole thing?

The man is clearly an imbecile.

Oh.

-You wrote this?

-Next!

PHONE RINGS

VOICEMAIL: 'Dennis. It's me.

'I've thought of another way.

'I don't have to do it. We can still get the money.

'Just come to 7 Chambers Street and wait outside in case I need backup.

'He might get a bit angry.'

Sophie. Wait.

HE SIGHS

Looks like Uncle Jimmi is taking you on a trip...

..to stop your parents getting into trouble.

And we need to find out what the hell is going on.

And now to enjoy the fruits of our labour.

What are you supposed to do with it?

I will show you.

It is quite simple when you know what you're doing.

Where's the cutlery?

Ah, this is the thing. With fajitas, you do not need cutlery.

It is important for you to try new things.

Even if they are strange at first.

The only things I eat with my fingers are sandwiches and chips.

Well, it is time for you to expand your horizons.

You found me OK then?

Looks like it.

Well, I'm certainly glad about that.

I've been looking forward to spending some time with you.

Can I get you a drink of something?

No, I'm fine, thanks.

Surely you'll have a little something to loosen you up a bit?

Honestly.

Suit yourself.

Actually, a glass of wine would be great.

Of course. Pinot Grigio OK?

I'll be right back.

Can I use the bathroom?

Of course, of course. First on the left.

Sorry, all I'm saying is that pantomime is a great

British tradition and we should show it a little more respect.

Perhaps you should concentrate on learning to deliver your own

lines properly and let writers worry about the actual writing.

I'm trying to apologise here.

One should never apologise for a lack of ability.

That's not... Look,

pantomime is often children's first experience of theatre.

Think of the damage you could inflict with this rubbish.

It's understandable that someone of your vintage might not

-appreciate a more modern take on an older format.

-I beg your pardon?

I'm sure Tim Burton faced similar slings and arrows

when he reinvented Alice In Wonderland.

But real artists don't allow themselves to get

bogged down by out-dated tradition.

Real artists do not rely on cheap innuendo and references

to B-list celebrities.

They use their art and their craft to move people.

You're just going to move people to the exit signs.

Who do you think you are?

Some wannabe sophisticate in some dreadful backwater,

trying to lecture me on art and the theatre?!

Well, somebody has to, clearly you don't understand both.

How dare you!

How dare you inflict this drivel on a paying audience!

Good luck with your sordid little show, you're going to need it.

I am born for the theatre, you will not deter me

with your slings and arrows.

-Here you go.

-Thanks.

Now, how about we retire to the living room?

Of course.

Relax, Sophie. We've known each other long enough, haven't we?

I want us both to try and enjoy this.

You might even surprise yourself.

I used to watch you.

Every morning as you came into the office.

I was devastated when you handed in your notice

and just disappeared without even a goodbye.

Then, I saw your advert and...

..I knew my dreams had come true.

If I go through with this,

you're definitely going to give us the money, right?

I'm a man of my word.

It's not ideal that your unfortunate predicament is a factor in this

but at least this way, everyone benefits.

I get to help you out with your problem

and we get to spend a pleasant few hours together.

Come on now.

Coy is only alluring for so long.

Can I have the money first?

Let's stop all this talk about finance.

It's a bit of a passion-killer, if you ask me.

I've waited a long time for this.

-I don't want to do this.

-I beg your pardon?

I'm leaving.

You really think it's that simple? What about your daughter?

I just want to go now.

I've waited years for this. You're going nowhere.

Let go of me.

We had a deal and we're sticking to it.

Well, I've changed my mind. Let me go.

Or what?

I'll scream.

You can scream all you want. Nobody will hear you.

Ow!

-'Sophie?!'

-Dennis!

PHONE RINGS

Excuse me.

Yes, hello?

Oh, no.

No, no, no. I think you have the wrong number.

No, no, there is no problem.

Thank you. Yes, goodbye.

Now that is what I like to see.

You should have some more.

-I'm stuffed, thanks.

-Are you sure?

Couldn't eat another bite.

Well, as long as you're sure?

Because a hearty,

home-cooked meal can only help with the recovery process.

Now, I think I have some yoghurt.

MUFFLED SCREAMING

-Are you OK?

-Where's Yasmin?

I left her with the doctor.

-We had a deal.

-And now we don't.

-I ought to smash your face in.

-Dennis, please, just don't.

It won't do your precious little girl any good to have her

-daddy in jail now, will it?

-You don't talk about her.

You don't mention her again, do you understand me?

Just let go of me and leave. Nothing more will be said.

Just let him go, Dennis. You don't need to do this.

Hello? Dennis! Dennis, let go of him.

I can deal with this, Doctor.

You're a doctor? You've witnessed this.

I want you to call the police. This is assault.

Dennis, let go of him now. What the hell is going on here?

We found a donor abroad, but we couldn't get a visa.

He said he'd pay for Yasmin's treatment abroad if I...

I want you all to leave immediately or I'm calling the police.

Listen, if what she said is true,

-the police are the last people you need.

-Of course it's true.

These people are liars. I've no idea what they're talking about.

Really? Well, I've got proof.

Everything has been recorded.

PEOPLE TALKING ON TV

Please could you take your feet down?

-Oh, sorry.

-Thank you.

Uh, they should not pay more than £20 for that.

Do we honestly have to watch this?

What's wrong with it?

It's old people.

What would you like to watch instead?

Haven't you got any videos or anything?

That is a good idea. There are some DVDs under the television.

DVDs!

It will be nice to watch something together.

Oh, now, those are my favourites. You choose one.

Have you not got any comedies? Or horrors even?

Haven't seen Nightmare On Elm Street?

I do not think a horror movie is appropriate.

Right. I'll go for a walk then.

Out?

To get some fresh air.

No, no, no.

-What?

-I'm afraid you can't do that.

-Why not?

You have to stay inside until you are familiar with your surroundings.

I'm not a cat. I just want some fresh air.

I will come with you.

Am I a prisoner or something?

I do not think it is a good idea for you to be wandering the streets.

I'm not going to wander the streets.

I just want to go for a walk.

Going out alone is out of the question.

Oh, God!

I wish I'd never come here. It's so flaming boring.

What's the point in being forty-odd

if you can't go out the front door without a baby-sitter?!

My mum's been letting me go out on my own since I was about 12!

-Just calm down...

-No, I won't calm down.

I can't bear it here!

DOOR SLAMS

STATIC PLAYS FROM RECORDER

As I said before, Dr, this has all been a misunderstanding.

-But...

-Now, if you'll kindly leave before I call the police.

You should be ashamed of yourself taking advantage of a child's illness.

I have no idea what you're talking about.

Leave.

Come on, guys, we're going.

Dennis!

Stop!

You witnessed that assault.

I'm afraid I have no idea what you're talking about.

Come on, we need to go.

WHEEZING

KNOCK AT DOOR

May I come in?

Your house. You can do what you want.

I want this to be your home too.

How can it be my home if you keep me like a prisoner?

You are not a prisoner.

Seems like it to me.

I have been asked to look after you.

And I intend to take care of my responsibilities in a proper manner.

Maybe you should get yourself some keys and a chain.

You are recovering from a serious head injury.

We have to be careful.

Yeah, but it doesn't mean you have to treat me like a child.

I'm not treating you like a child.

Could have fooled me.

Why don't we put all this behind us?

Perhaps we could choose another film?

What about the Nightmare On Twelfth Street that you mentioned earlier?

I just want you to leave me alone.

Very well.

I thought you wanted me to do it?

You said it was an amazing thing I was doing.

I thought you'd already made up your mind.

I didn't want to make it any harder for you.

Listen.

I know it's not easy finding donors for mixed-race kids in this country

but at least you've got a match, that's something.

Not much use when he's thousands of miles away.

But whatever happens now, you need to stick together

and support each other.

PHONE RINGS

Oh, Dr Carter.

'I'm just checking how things are going.'

Everything is absolutely fine.

She is resting in her room.

'How about you? How was your day of leisure?'

Oh, excellent. Couldn't have been better.

'Well, I'm very glad to hear that.'

I will see you in the morning?

You certainly shall.

-How do you feel about wearing tights?

-Sorry?

Heston's writing a pantomime.

-I'd like to see him.

-No way, you've caused enough trouble.

Sometimes I don't think I can do this, Gav.

Watch from the sidelines while everyone gets on with life.

Course you can.

I know that the man I really want to spend the rest of my life

-with is Aran.

-"Aran"?

The ex-ex?

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