The End of the Line

Naomi digs deep to speak the dark thoughts she's lived with her whole life. Naomi was played by Jennifer Martin. The episode was written and directed by Mark Heywood.

Unsure of whether her mum can hear her, Lina gives an update on how her film was received by family and friends in Palestine, and why she rejects an outdated view on duty. Lina was played by Sarah Agha.    The episode was written and directed by Mark Heywood. 

Celeste bursts with pride as she watches Erika head off to her prom. Celeste was played by Kim Tatum.    The episode was written and directed by Mark Heywood. 

As she waits for her grandmother's flight to arrive, Chinara reflects on what the next three months have in store.   Chinara was played by Honey Gabriel.   The episode was written and directed by Mark Heywood.     

After an encounter with a stranger, Maxine reflects on why same-sex couples with a child have to be asked which of them is the "real" mother.   Maxine was played by Hannah Genesius.   The episode was written by Emily Morgan and directed by Mark Heywood. 

As Siân prepares for her late husband’s funeral, she looks back at their life together. She recalls their first meeting, their joint decision not to have children, and how all they ever wanted was each other.  She also has some choice words for anybody tempted to ask if she now regrets that choice as she faces a future on her own. Siân was played by Dame Harriet Walter.   The episode was written by Helen Cattle and directed by Mark Heywood. 

During her regular radio show, DJ Sarah answers questions from her listeners concerning a video she made about women who freeze their "lady eggs".   As her listeners report it is clear that it's not all plain sailing. She launches an impassioned plea for the world to "stop making money from our bits."   Sarah Story played herself.  Written and directed by Mark Heywood. 

Ahead of the launch of series two, we delve into the archives and dust off an interview with the show's creator, Mark Heywood, and Romy Park who plays MONA in episode 8.  It's a fascinating insight into the inspiration for the show.