David Eldridge

David Eldridge, a talented playwright and screenwriter, discusses his stage adaptation of John le Carré's groundbreaking novel, The Spy Who Came In From The Cold. He dives into the dark realities of espionage in the story, contrasting it with the glamorized world of spies like James Bond. Eldridge explores relevant themes of Cold War tensions, emotional stakes in espionage, and the class dynamics within British intelligence. He also elaborates on the expanded role of George Smiley for modern audiences, offering fresh insights into le Carré's enduring relevance.