Carrie's War (TV serial)

Carrie's War is a 1974 British television serial adaptation of Nina Bawden's 1973 children's novel of the same name. Produced by the BBC, the serial follows the story of Carrie Willow and her younger brother Nick, who are evacuated from London to rural Wales during World War II.

The plot revolves around the children's experiences adapting to life with two very different guardians: the strict and miserly Mr. Evans and his kind, but seemingly oppressed, sister, Auntie Lou. They are also drawn into the complex dynamics of a nearby manor house occupied by the eccentric Mr. Johnny, his housekeeper Hepzibah Green, and the troubled Albert Sandwich.

The television adaptation explored themes of displacement, loss, the impact of war on children, and the complexities of human relationships. The series attempted to capture the atmosphere and moral ambiguities present in Bawden's novel, showcasing the children's changing perspectives as they grapple with unfamiliar surroundings and challenging situations. The serial was notable for its location filming and its focus on the emotional impact of evacuation on children.