A Handful of Dust

Plot Summary

English aristocrat Tony Last welcomes tragedy into his life when he invites John Beaver to visit his vast estate. There Beaver makes the acquaintance of Tony's wife, Brenda. Together, they continue their relationship in a series of bedroom assignations in London. Trusting to a fault, Tony is unaware that anything is amiss until his wife suddenly asks for a divorce. With his life in turmoil, Tony goes on a haphazard journey to South America.

Top Cast

James Wilby Tony Last

Kristin Scott Thomas Brenda Last

Rupert Graves John Beaver

Pip Torrens Jock Grant-Menzies

Judi Dench Mrs. Beaver