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It's a cold night in December, a few days before Christmas.
In the 'Bricklayer's Arms', deep in the shadows of Canary Wharf,
a young man sits alone, grimly contemplating his future.
The Bank just closed down the place where he works.
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Mitchell HG01 - Christmas Carols |
Even in his misery Tom can't escape from bankers.
Two of them come in, noisily celebrating their Christmas bonuses.
Loudly they discuss the burdens of extreme wealth.
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Mitchell HG02 - Banker's Banter - 1 |
The banker's life of luxury makes a stark contrast to Tom's bleak outlook.
Drunkenly he visualises taking his revenge.
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Mitchell HG03 - Banker's Banter - 2 |
Finally Tom can't stand the bankers bragging about their money any more.
He downs his drink and leaves, so not hearing the end of their conversation.
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Mitchell HG04 - Banker's Banter - 3 |
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Christmas Eve.
In the distance a choir is singing ......
................."When a poor man came in sight........"
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Mitchell HG05 - No-One Home |
Tom still hasn't told his family that he's lost his job.
To hide his terrible secret he walks the tinselled streets alone all day.
Now on Christmas Eve, he finds himself in front of the banker's mansion.
Continued in Part 6
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