The Animals of Farthing Wood (1993) s01e10 Episode Script
Between Two Evils
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Fox had returned to the joyful animals of Farthingwood and with the help of his new found mate
Bixon he was leading us as before but we still relied on Toad to guide us.
There war is cool and sweet.
I say that old carp's got him.
Luckily a heron came to Toad's rescue, whistler by name, but even he could do nothing to
save the baby rabbit who ran into a fizzle shoot.
Oh no.
Getting dark.
We'll move at first light.
Each deer park was our only hope of safety.
If Toads on course will be there for winter.
Our own den.
Footprints in the snow when we go hunting.
No one to disturb us.
And in the spring our cubs will be safe.
Safe.
We're always.
If we ever get there we will.
Won't we?
Of course we will mate is.
Ha ha not far to go now.
He who risks the lives of many on the word of one will soon learn that words cost little
and accomplish nothing.
Looks like they've stopped ahead.
Thank goodness.
I thought we'd never catch up.
Yeah, it's all very well them taking little rest along the way, but when do we have a
break?
I expect they think they've done us a favor too.
Yeah there's nothing for it.
We smaller animals must convene a meeting.
The oath calls for all animals to protect one another.
And that means we get risk too.
Yeah here.
Sssh.
Thought you'd got lost.
Sorry to disappoint you.
If you're so slow how slow is a slow worm?
Ha they're just lizards without legs.
You're as proud as to.
Not possible.
Fox and Vixen have made him feel so important.
His head swirl into the size of a puff ball.
Coming for hunt.
Oh, how's this time of day?
Please yourselves.
Now what?
There's a road ahead, a big road.
Oh what did you do now?
Oh what's the worry?
What did I tell you?
Do you remember a road, Tody?
Oh dear, let's see now.
Yes, come think of it.
There was a sort of road.
Oh no.
No, he tells us.
Tody's Santa Blanda.
But it was rough.
Lots of stones.
No traffic on it.
Well, there were some big machines, but they were only dig in building.
And we all know how quick humans are at that.
Oh, you mean now it's finished?
Yes.
So that's where they were taking all the quarry stone.
Oh, this is the last straw.
Oh, that's working.
Oh, nothing.
How big is it, Tody?
Why'd come to think of it?
There were two roads side by side.
Two roads.
The traffic moves like two rivers flowing in opposite directions.
What does she mean?
It's what humans call a motorway.
Is it very busy, Kestrel?
There are six lines of traffic, three going south, three going north, with a grassy bank
between.
This is what comes of putting your trust in a toad.
I'm very sorry, but I didn't know what they were building today.
He didn't know because he's stupid.
Yes, quite right.
Is there no way round it?
Oh dear, I am sorry, fox.
But you see white deer park is on the other side.
Why did the chicken cross the road?
Take it to the other side.
Quiet, weasel.
When there is no way forward, the only way is back.
The hunt, we can't go back.
We caught.
Yes, we could.
You're just being selfish.
How dare you.
After all foxes done for us.
Why he could have stayed with Vixen and left us to our feet, but he came back, didn't
he?
And why?
Because we animals stick together.
Weasel.
Can you see them?
They're coming this way.
I think they're on your scent.
We've no choice.
To the road.
Can we vote on it, please?
No time.
Sometimes fear of one evil overcomes the fear of another.
In other words, let's start.
And I'll second vote if I get the chance.
What's the rush?
Lucky I'm fixed, skinned, isn't it?
Oh, dear.
Oh, dear.
Get a move on.
What is it, Kestrel?
The hunt is getting nearer.
It's all right.
We're nearly there.
We'll be caught between two evils.
Excuse me for interrupting, but I just thought you'd like to know.
I've flown over that road, but I never saw the hunt on the other side of it.
Never.
Thank you, Wissler.
What's happening?
I can't see.
They're turning back.
I thought they might.
Don't want the hounds near the road, Aefox.
That's about it.
Very good.
They turned back.
Oh, thank goodness.
Now, take a look.
Don't do that, dear.
Please, don't do that.
But I'm frightened.
Yeah, I know, but it won't help.
What are you going to do now?
Could be talented, you think?
Don't.
It would take years, Bolly.
See?
They're going to live themselves.
How are we supposed to cross a road like that?
We can't trust the larger animals.
The only time you're smaller animals have got into trouble is when you've left the group.
He's right there.
It's all right for him.
He won't have any trouble getting across the road, will he?
We're going to try it.
Can I have your attention, everyone?
No one said this journey to White Deer Park would be easy, but we've come through it together so far.
Yeah.
We've gone all the way.
And we're going to come through this.
And how do you propose to achieve such a laudable aim?
Why, Owl? Have you any ideas?
Well, I'd have to think first.
Oh, no. Have a good old day.
She hasn't got an idea in her rate.
When have I ever let you down?
Or Fox?
First, we look at the problem nice and calmly, right?
The nearest cars aren't moving at all.
So we could get as far as the grass in the middle without too much trouble.
Couldn't we just wait for it, don't?
Don't be silly.
You know what you're like with car headlights.
If I may be so bold, this isn't a country road.
Oh, no, it's never quiet.
It was the same with the quarry you see.
They worked at destroying the land day and night without stopping until they had exhausted it.
Excuse me for mentioning it.
Not at all, Whistler.
Well, I agree with Fox.
I think we should get as far as the grass in the middle while we have the chance.
We'll have a step at a time.
Some of us have bigger steps than others.
Some of us have no steps at all.
They've stopped.
There are no cars moving on this side.
Come on, while we have the chance.
Don't let your instinct get the bear of you.
Don't eat a shout.
I'm not deaf.
Well, here goes.
Are you all ready?
Come on.
You need to panic.
Just watch out for sudden movements.
That's all.
Oh!
That was a close one, my E.
I'll come with you.
Now.
I'll show you how.
Look, it's all green.
Just look where you're going.
Look at Fox.
Make for him.
Stupid weasel.
I didn't just stay where you were.
We can always jump over the cars.
It seems we're over the top.
I'm going underneath.
Dare you to follow me.
That weasel's asking for trouble.
Come on, mice of the hedgehogs.
Let's get going.
Don't you think we should wait for Rader?
You'll help Ed her when she gets here.
You're turn now.
Oh dear.
Now just be calm, dearest.
Don't curl up.
I'll try.
I promise I'll try.
Off we go.
Keep going.
Now I'm just checking.
I want to curl up.
There are few steps at a time.
Come on.
It's safe.
Come on, Macher.
This isn't natural, I tell you.
It just isn't natural.
Help, help, help, help, help, help, help.
Come on, mother.
It's only Badger.
They've saved us.
Yeah.
Are you alright, my dear?
Yes.
Are you?
I think they've stopped again.
Come on, you thombs.
She's on legs.
You can do it.
Don't curl up.
Keep going.
Don't stop.
Watch out.
Well done.
Now we're all here.
Except Adda.
Ow.
Would you mind flying over?
See if you can spot her.
Since you asked, I wouldn't mind.
We can't stay here for long.
Disgusting.
Who's disgusting?
Who's disgusting?
Who called us?
It tastes funny.
She's right.
It tastes like the funny smell in the air.
Daddy, look at that.
Mom, dad, there's a lot of funny animals beside us.
Oh no.
That's all we need.
Are those squirrels, Daddy?
Oh, man.
Get rid of them.
Oh, ho.
Badger, can I get down, please?
Stay where you are.
Take that.
Don't run into the road.
Weasel, don't.
Take that.
Ah!
Ah!
We've got you get out of here.
Oh, easier said than done, mate.
Ah!
The smaller animals don't stand a chance.
Kestrel and Al could carry them over.
Yes, but their natural enemies wouldn't they be frightened?
Need some help?
Whistler, you only eat fish, don't you?
That's a rule.
Yes.
Will you carry the smaller animals over the road?
Delighted.
We'll go first.
I trust you, Whistler.
You saved my life.
Right, you are.
Come on!
It's lovely.
No, me.
Me and mother could go for.
Come on, cue up.
Everyone will get a turn.
Look, a gap in the traffic.
Come on, hairs.
Where are you?
There's something coming.
Ready?
Steady?
Go!
Oh!
Sorry.
Couldn't stop.
We're safe.
All right.
I never thought I'd see the day of wool in flight.
Oh, I don't.
Where's everybody gone?
Summer ran across the road, the Whistler's taking the rest.
I'm going to run across too.
Oh, no, you're not.
Is Whistler taking us?
Whistler, what about the hedgehogs?
Oh dear, if only I could, but you're so thorny.
It's all right.
We know it's no good.
Yes, we know.
It's all right.
Come back.
Whistler!
Oh, oh, oh!
The rest of us must wait for a long gap in the traffic.
It will have to be a very long gap.
Yeah, I'll second that.
I wonder what white deer part looks like.
I don't know.
In lots of white deer, I suppose.
Grass, streams.
That sort of thing.
Sounds nice.
Hope we make it.
I think I can see a gap coming.
Oh, quick as you can.
The panic.
There's nothing coming.
I'm not panicking.
Come on, hedgehogs.
Faster, faster.
Hurry.
Hurry, we're all going to make it my ease.
We're safe.
Yes, moly, but what about the hedgehogs?
Come on, deer.
It's a good thing.
All right.
Don't fuss.
I'm coming.
Travelies.
Wait the cars, Mooth.
I want to stop.
Come on, deer.
I can't.
Please.
Don't curl up.
Please.
Whatever you do, deerist.
Don't curl up.
No!
She wouldn't leave him.
What happened?
Why didn't they run?
Instincts got the better of them.
And Instincts can be very strong, matey.
I should know.
She's found Adder.
Everyone else has either been carried or has run over the road.
Or has the run over?
I've got eyes to see.
Those cowling hedgehogs just curled up and died.
Well, I've no desire to commit suicide.
Then let me take you.
She'd never let herself be carried over,
not by our orchestral anyway.
Mixen's right.
Far too proud.
Can you help, Whistler?
Element of surprise?
See what I can do.
Reflect Adder on the ancient wisdom expressed in the phrase,
Better to lose one's dignity than to lose one's life.
I won't lose, either, if I stay here.
Which is exactly what I'm going to do.
You pompous, bundle of feathers.
Because no one can force me to do anything I don't wish to.
What did we do?
We had one.
We'll done, Whistler.
I don't see what's so funny.
Up there in the sky.
You look just like a weekly old maggot.
maggot?
What?
At least you're safe.
Which is more than can be said for the hedgehogs.
Yes, Elle. It's my fault.
Why? What could you have done?
They didn't stand a chance.
Think what would have happened to them if they'd stayed behind in Farthingwood.
At least they tried.
I'll second that.
To think all the rest of us came safely across that road.
Hard to believe, but it's all thanks to you, Fox.
Yeah, yeah.
We're all behind you, you know.
Well, most of us are anyway.
And now it's all clear sailing to White Deer Park.
Come on, mate.
You know, I'm not.
I'm not.
I'm not.
I'm not.
I'm not.
I'm not.
The
The
The
The
The
The
The
Fox had returned to the joyful animals of Farthingwood and with the help of his new found mate
Bixon he was leading us as before but we still relied on Toad to guide us.
There war is cool and sweet.
I say that old carp's got him.
Luckily a heron came to Toad's rescue, whistler by name, but even he could do nothing to
save the baby rabbit who ran into a fizzle shoot.
Oh no.
Getting dark.
We'll move at first light.
Each deer park was our only hope of safety.
If Toads on course will be there for winter.
Our own den.
Footprints in the snow when we go hunting.
No one to disturb us.
And in the spring our cubs will be safe.
Safe.
We're always.
If we ever get there we will.
Won't we?
Of course we will mate is.
Ha ha not far to go now.
He who risks the lives of many on the word of one will soon learn that words cost little
and accomplish nothing.
Looks like they've stopped ahead.
Thank goodness.
I thought we'd never catch up.
Yeah, it's all very well them taking little rest along the way, but when do we have a
break?
I expect they think they've done us a favor too.
Yeah there's nothing for it.
We smaller animals must convene a meeting.
The oath calls for all animals to protect one another.
And that means we get risk too.
Yeah here.
Sssh.
Thought you'd got lost.
Sorry to disappoint you.
If you're so slow how slow is a slow worm?
Ha they're just lizards without legs.
You're as proud as to.
Not possible.
Fox and Vixen have made him feel so important.
His head swirl into the size of a puff ball.
Coming for hunt.
Oh, how's this time of day?
Please yourselves.
Now what?
There's a road ahead, a big road.
Oh what did you do now?
Oh what's the worry?
What did I tell you?
Do you remember a road, Tody?
Oh dear, let's see now.
Yes, come think of it.
There was a sort of road.
Oh no.
No, he tells us.
Tody's Santa Blanda.
But it was rough.
Lots of stones.
No traffic on it.
Well, there were some big machines, but they were only dig in building.
And we all know how quick humans are at that.
Oh, you mean now it's finished?
Yes.
So that's where they were taking all the quarry stone.
Oh, this is the last straw.
Oh, that's working.
Oh, nothing.
How big is it, Tody?
Why'd come to think of it?
There were two roads side by side.
Two roads.
The traffic moves like two rivers flowing in opposite directions.
What does she mean?
It's what humans call a motorway.
Is it very busy, Kestrel?
There are six lines of traffic, three going south, three going north, with a grassy bank
between.
This is what comes of putting your trust in a toad.
I'm very sorry, but I didn't know what they were building today.
He didn't know because he's stupid.
Yes, quite right.
Is there no way round it?
Oh dear, I am sorry, fox.
But you see white deer park is on the other side.
Why did the chicken cross the road?
Take it to the other side.
Quiet, weasel.
When there is no way forward, the only way is back.
The hunt, we can't go back.
We caught.
Yes, we could.
You're just being selfish.
How dare you.
After all foxes done for us.
Why he could have stayed with Vixen and left us to our feet, but he came back, didn't
he?
And why?
Because we animals stick together.
Weasel.
Can you see them?
They're coming this way.
I think they're on your scent.
We've no choice.
To the road.
Can we vote on it, please?
No time.
Sometimes fear of one evil overcomes the fear of another.
In other words, let's start.
And I'll second vote if I get the chance.
What's the rush?
Lucky I'm fixed, skinned, isn't it?
Oh, dear.
Oh, dear.
Get a move on.
What is it, Kestrel?
The hunt is getting nearer.
It's all right.
We're nearly there.
We'll be caught between two evils.
Excuse me for interrupting, but I just thought you'd like to know.
I've flown over that road, but I never saw the hunt on the other side of it.
Never.
Thank you, Wissler.
What's happening?
I can't see.
They're turning back.
I thought they might.
Don't want the hounds near the road, Aefox.
That's about it.
Very good.
They turned back.
Oh, thank goodness.
Now, take a look.
Don't do that, dear.
Please, don't do that.
But I'm frightened.
Yeah, I know, but it won't help.
What are you going to do now?
Could be talented, you think?
Don't.
It would take years, Bolly.
See?
They're going to live themselves.
How are we supposed to cross a road like that?
We can't trust the larger animals.
The only time you're smaller animals have got into trouble is when you've left the group.
He's right there.
It's all right for him.
He won't have any trouble getting across the road, will he?
We're going to try it.
Can I have your attention, everyone?
No one said this journey to White Deer Park would be easy, but we've come through it together so far.
Yeah.
We've gone all the way.
And we're going to come through this.
And how do you propose to achieve such a laudable aim?
Why, Owl? Have you any ideas?
Well, I'd have to think first.
Oh, no. Have a good old day.
She hasn't got an idea in her rate.
When have I ever let you down?
Or Fox?
First, we look at the problem nice and calmly, right?
The nearest cars aren't moving at all.
So we could get as far as the grass in the middle without too much trouble.
Couldn't we just wait for it, don't?
Don't be silly.
You know what you're like with car headlights.
If I may be so bold, this isn't a country road.
Oh, no, it's never quiet.
It was the same with the quarry you see.
They worked at destroying the land day and night without stopping until they had exhausted it.
Excuse me for mentioning it.
Not at all, Whistler.
Well, I agree with Fox.
I think we should get as far as the grass in the middle while we have the chance.
We'll have a step at a time.
Some of us have bigger steps than others.
Some of us have no steps at all.
They've stopped.
There are no cars moving on this side.
Come on, while we have the chance.
Don't let your instinct get the bear of you.
Don't eat a shout.
I'm not deaf.
Well, here goes.
Are you all ready?
Come on.
You need to panic.
Just watch out for sudden movements.
That's all.
Oh!
That was a close one, my E.
I'll come with you.
Now.
I'll show you how.
Look, it's all green.
Just look where you're going.
Look at Fox.
Make for him.
Stupid weasel.
I didn't just stay where you were.
We can always jump over the cars.
It seems we're over the top.
I'm going underneath.
Dare you to follow me.
That weasel's asking for trouble.
Come on, mice of the hedgehogs.
Let's get going.
Don't you think we should wait for Rader?
You'll help Ed her when she gets here.
You're turn now.
Oh dear.
Now just be calm, dearest.
Don't curl up.
I'll try.
I promise I'll try.
Off we go.
Keep going.
Now I'm just checking.
I want to curl up.
There are few steps at a time.
Come on.
It's safe.
Come on, Macher.
This isn't natural, I tell you.
It just isn't natural.
Help, help, help, help, help, help, help.
Come on, mother.
It's only Badger.
They've saved us.
Yeah.
Are you alright, my dear?
Yes.
Are you?
I think they've stopped again.
Come on, you thombs.
She's on legs.
You can do it.
Don't curl up.
Keep going.
Don't stop.
Watch out.
Well done.
Now we're all here.
Except Adda.
Ow.
Would you mind flying over?
See if you can spot her.
Since you asked, I wouldn't mind.
We can't stay here for long.
Disgusting.
Who's disgusting?
Who's disgusting?
Who called us?
It tastes funny.
She's right.
It tastes like the funny smell in the air.
Daddy, look at that.
Mom, dad, there's a lot of funny animals beside us.
Oh no.
That's all we need.
Are those squirrels, Daddy?
Oh, man.
Get rid of them.
Oh, ho.
Badger, can I get down, please?
Stay where you are.
Take that.
Don't run into the road.
Weasel, don't.
Take that.
Ah!
Ah!
We've got you get out of here.
Oh, easier said than done, mate.
Ah!
The smaller animals don't stand a chance.
Kestrel and Al could carry them over.
Yes, but their natural enemies wouldn't they be frightened?
Need some help?
Whistler, you only eat fish, don't you?
That's a rule.
Yes.
Will you carry the smaller animals over the road?
Delighted.
We'll go first.
I trust you, Whistler.
You saved my life.
Right, you are.
Come on!
It's lovely.
No, me.
Me and mother could go for.
Come on, cue up.
Everyone will get a turn.
Look, a gap in the traffic.
Come on, hairs.
Where are you?
There's something coming.
Ready?
Steady?
Go!
Oh!
Sorry.
Couldn't stop.
We're safe.
All right.
I never thought I'd see the day of wool in flight.
Oh, I don't.
Where's everybody gone?
Summer ran across the road, the Whistler's taking the rest.
I'm going to run across too.
Oh, no, you're not.
Is Whistler taking us?
Whistler, what about the hedgehogs?
Oh dear, if only I could, but you're so thorny.
It's all right.
We know it's no good.
Yes, we know.
It's all right.
Come back.
Whistler!
Oh, oh, oh!
The rest of us must wait for a long gap in the traffic.
It will have to be a very long gap.
Yeah, I'll second that.
I wonder what white deer part looks like.
I don't know.
In lots of white deer, I suppose.
Grass, streams.
That sort of thing.
Sounds nice.
Hope we make it.
I think I can see a gap coming.
Oh, quick as you can.
The panic.
There's nothing coming.
I'm not panicking.
Come on, hedgehogs.
Faster, faster.
Hurry.
Hurry, we're all going to make it my ease.
We're safe.
Yes, moly, but what about the hedgehogs?
Come on, deer.
It's a good thing.
All right.
Don't fuss.
I'm coming.
Travelies.
Wait the cars, Mooth.
I want to stop.
Come on, deer.
I can't.
Please.
Don't curl up.
Please.
Whatever you do, deerist.
Don't curl up.
No!
She wouldn't leave him.
What happened?
Why didn't they run?
Instincts got the better of them.
And Instincts can be very strong, matey.
I should know.
She's found Adder.
Everyone else has either been carried or has run over the road.
Or has the run over?
I've got eyes to see.
Those cowling hedgehogs just curled up and died.
Well, I've no desire to commit suicide.
Then let me take you.
She'd never let herself be carried over,
not by our orchestral anyway.
Mixen's right.
Far too proud.
Can you help, Whistler?
Element of surprise?
See what I can do.
Reflect Adder on the ancient wisdom expressed in the phrase,
Better to lose one's dignity than to lose one's life.
I won't lose, either, if I stay here.
Which is exactly what I'm going to do.
You pompous, bundle of feathers.
Because no one can force me to do anything I don't wish to.
What did we do?
We had one.
We'll done, Whistler.
I don't see what's so funny.
Up there in the sky.
You look just like a weekly old maggot.
maggot?
What?
At least you're safe.
Which is more than can be said for the hedgehogs.
Yes, Elle. It's my fault.
Why? What could you have done?
They didn't stand a chance.
Think what would have happened to them if they'd stayed behind in Farthingwood.
At least they tried.
I'll second that.
To think all the rest of us came safely across that road.
Hard to believe, but it's all thanks to you, Fox.
Yeah, yeah.
We're all behind you, you know.
Well, most of us are anyway.
And now it's all clear sailing to White Deer Park.
Come on, mate.
You know, I'm not.
I'm not.
I'm not.
I'm not.
I'm not.
I'm not.