This drama was directed by Sharon Maguire and based on the book by Chris Cleave with screenplay by Sharon Maguire. A young woman, who is not named throughout the picture (Michelle Williams), is married to bomb-disposal officer, Lenny (Nicholas Gleaves). Despite having a child with him (Sidney Johnston) she strikes up a relationship with a reporter called Jasper (Ewan McGregor). She arranges a liaison with Jasper whilst her husband and son are watching a football match. A large bomb subsequently explodes in the stadium killing 1000s including her husband and child. Jasper tries to find out who the bombers are. Meanwhile, Lenny’s superior, Terrance (Matthew Macfadyen) expresses an interest in her and tries to strike up a relationship. Through Jasper’s investigations, the young woman visits the bomber’s wife’s place of work and later forms a relationship with her son, but is deeply troubled by her loss. Incendiary was not well received by the critics.
Release / Airing: 24/10/2008
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St Albans Cathedral >
St Albans Abbey was used as a backdrop for a funeral scene. Location Manager, Ian Ellis, said: "As a location manager, I have found St Albans to be a great place to film. The variety of locations available to productions in a relatively small area, combined with great central unit bases and sensible street parking policies, make it an ideal city in which to shoot. Stunning locations such as the Cathedral and city centre alleys provide filmmakers with a wealth of unique locations."
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St Albans City Centre >
St Peter's Street and the Market Place were all used as backgrounds for scenes in this heart rendering and defiant tale set in the aftermath of a dramatic terrorist attack in London. People from St Albans auditioned to become an extra and for their chance to catch a glimpse of Hollywood actors Ewan McGregor and Michelle Williams.
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