Recipes for Love and Murder (2022) s02e03 Episode Script

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Previously on
"Recipes for Love and Murder"
Detective McClintock,
we understand
your query, but it's not urgent.
And why was this case
not concluded years ago?
Because Mrs Purvis
went into hiding,
which is not what
innocent people tend to do.
Get off my property.
Frank was
hit hard over the head,
enough to knock him unconscious.
Although the autopsy suggests he
drowned, so we don't know yet.
Did anyone else come past the
guest house yesterday afternoon?
Marius, I'm happy
to quibble about bylaws,
after my speech.
Surely this
feeds into your speech.
People need to know what's
possible instead of
False hope?
I think it's fascinating
that you can find out
exactly where and how
a fire started.
Or in this case, where
and how a few fires started.
Come,
put that in here.
Let's go.
What a disaster.
This is one of Mr Rabie's properties,
right?
It's great that he's
so civic-minded and
wants all traces of the
fire gone as soon as possible.
Can you step away
from the building site, ma'am?
I'm looking to do a piece
on his response to the fire
in build-up
to his mayoral campaign.
And of course, it'd be great to
profile the work you're doing,
give your company
some publicity.
There's gonna be a number of
people rebuilding, lots of work.
People following
Mr Rabie's lead.
So, you don't mind
if I take a few pictures?
- Yeah, go.
- Thanks.
Alright, come.
Let's go.
God,
I'm being eaten alive here.
They have a taste for certain
kinds of blood.
Especially foreign blood. May I?
It burns
But that will stop the itch.
Thank you, that's dandy!
So, what will you do if you get
Maria's house? Move here?
No,
sell it.
God, I'd
I'd love it here,
even with the bugs.
But, no.
Gordon wants to sell as soon
as possible, so, you know
It's funny
I spent so many years focusing
on what it is my husband wants,
now I have to figure out
what it is that I want.
That should be easy, right?
I cannae imagine anything
is easy for you right now.
God
Losing your husband
Oh, must be
such a shock to the system.
A shock, yes.
I don't really even think
it's hit me at all yet.
I keep thinking he's
out there going to help someone,
and he'll be home soon.
That I'm just visiting Maria,
now I'll go home soon.
None of it seems real.
It was like my soul
had left my body.
And the soup
I burnt the soup.
Shall we
head into town, Georgie?
When you first
read Frank's letter,
what did you think?
That he was a man in pain.
A man who loved his wife,
but who felt like that love
had gotten lost along the way.
And also, that sometimes I wish
people would just
say what they mean.
So many words to say, "I don't
think my wife loves me anymore."
Oh, I'm sorry. I
I didn't mean that.
Yes, you did. It's okay.
I have to call the children
and tell them today.
I don't know how to.
I did love him.
I'm sorry he doubted that.
I find that I often say nothing
when I don't have the courage
to say the thing
I mean the most.
Or I just offer people food
rather than my thoughts.
Looking for something?
Uh, just the loo.
Hey, so which are you
better at? Cars or people?
Couldn't tell you.
You'd have to ask them.
You ever seen a dead body?
Yeah.
Do you want to talk about it?
About your dad?
My dad was
He was bloody selfish.
How so?
He only cared about himself.
He left my mom an alkie,
Reg in complete denial,
and me
Depression is a disease.
Your father, maybe he
I've heard all that before.
Being a druggie means
loads of free BS therapy.
You think it's BS?
It's all
the same script, isn't it?
"Depression is a disease.
Addiction is a disease."
Nobody's ever
to blame for anything.
That dead body I saw
it was my best friend who OD'd.
I'm to blame. I knew
he was trying to get clean
and I persuaded him
to have one last high with me.
It was entirely my fault.
I'm to blame.
Pass me the 25.
Coo-ee!
Darling, hi.
You work
for the Gazette, right? Jenny?
- Jessie.
- Mm. Do you know who I am?
It's my job to know everyone
in this town, councilwoman.
I'm acting editor of the paper.
Oh, shame.
Is Hattie finding
the job a little bit too much
alongside her campaign, I mean?
Well, she's not as young
as she used to be.
- Right.
- Mm, right
Pleasure meeting you,
I have to get to work.
- Is Hattie in?
- She should be.
Fabulous!
I'll just pop in and say hi!
- Babbity, bibbity, bobbity
- Bibbery, babbery, bobbery
It's just diction, Hats.
Oh, Doep, I think
I'll just speak like myself.
- Morning.
- Hi.
Ooh, Hattie!
Looking forward to taking me
down in the debate tonight, huh?
Chantal
So
This is the Gazette life?
Now that Jessie's
running the show for you.
You're so lucky, hey?
You know as well as I do,
politics is hard work,
and of course the Gazette
needs to remain impartial.
I couldn't agree with you more.
So, I assume you're going to
be running front-page profiles
on all of the candidates
this coming week, right?
Absolutely. I'm busy
with Marius' piece now.
Don't worry, I'll make
enough time for you very soon.
Excellent!
Well, that's that, then.
See you at the debate, Chantal.
Oh, I can't wait.
Oh, one more thing
Doep?
I need some liver for my dogs.
I almost forgot.
Have you got any?
For you, I've always
got a sliver of liver, girl.
"A sliver of liver!"
- He cracks me up!
- Okay
Profile on Marius, Jess?
Should I be worried?
No, of course not.
Definitely not.
No.
Hey, boss. Are you alright?
Piet, I'm going
to need your help.
If you feel uncomfortable
questioning Georgie,
- I'm more than willing to help.
- It's not about that.
Is this about Mickey?
Tannie Maria's husband?
They think it was murder?
The Scottish Police
has reopened the investigation.
At the time of Mickey's death,
Maria left the country
before she could be
officially interviewed.
And now
that Detective McClintock
has informed them
about her whereabouts,
they are duty-bound to complete
the interview with Maria.
Or at least ask us to.
So, what do you think?
Did Maria ever mention
Mickey's death to you?
I can't be the one
to interview Maria.
Yeah, you're right.
You're too close.
Can this be
between the two of us?
Yes, boss.
I'm very
pleased this evening
I'm Hattie Wilson, and I
No
Hattie, I've shared a mock-up
of the next edition with you
and forwarded the invoices
that need your signature
so they can be processed.
I'm just gonna fly out
to follow up on a story.
- Be back soon. Bye.
- Bye.
Jess is really nailing it
as acting editor.
She sold all the ad space
for next month already!
Well, she was
taught by the best.
Howzit, Tannie Maria
I always read your column,
but I never guessed I would have
anything to write about.
I used to wonder, "Why would
people write to a newspaper
instead of just talking
to friends or family?"
And now
here I am, writing to you.
I feel so lonely.
My fiancé, or rather, my ex
left me when
I told him I was pregnant.
I think he's gone
to work in Joburg.
My friends don't call so much
since I stopped
going out for a jol.
And the looks
I get at church?
But my pastor,
he's been so understanding.
He really listens to everyone's
problems, not just mine.
He's respected by many
Even religious leaders
and elders from other churches
get his advice.
Next!
I think I could
handle the loneliness
if it weren't
for the weird cravings.
Normally when life is hard,
I eat my feelings.
But now I even find I want to
eat crayons or soap or candles.
The pastor nearly caught me
trying to bite it once.
But he didn't get all judgy.
I need a recipe, Tannie Maria.
Something to comfort me,
to fill this void.
Yours
Craving in the Karoo.
Hattie?
When you were pregnant,
did you eat odd things?
No, no, not at all.
I ate nothing but Camembert
cheese the entire nine months.
Perfectly normal.
Can you think of anyone who might've
had a grudge against Frank?
No, I really can't.
Frank was kind.
He was always out
helping people in the community.
Was there anyone in particular
he'd been helping lately?
We've both
been helping Mrs Harris
whenever we got the chance.
Her arthritis
has been much worse lately.
And he was helping Hattie,
of course, and Ms September.
He was helping her
with the donations.
We both assisted at the business
forum event last month, but
Any strange behaviour
in the past weeks?
Anything unusual?
We have to go
through his phone, his laptop
and all his communication.
We have a warrant for that.
Of course.
Will you be staying
with Maria much longer?
For a few days.
I must work out with the church
where we're
gonna have the funeral
and where the children and I
are going to be staying.
We'll keep in touch.
- You never got this from me.
- Of course I didn't. Thanks.
Sure.
Hi
- Thanks for agreeing to meet us.
- Of course. Ooh
Dorette's made a lot of changes.
I quite like it.
Maybe we should get her
on the business forum next.
Ooh, Marius
would love that.
You know, Jackie,
I often feel quite proud when
I see how well you're doing.
I mean, I know it's got
nothing to do with me, but
But it had everything
to do with your husband.
- He was my mentor.
- Arthur was just so pleased
that someone else was
interested in undertaking.
It's not everyone's cup of tea.
You know,
you and your husband
You were my
role models for marriage too.
- Really?
- Yeah.
He'd speak about you
every single day,
and when he did that,
his eyes glowed.
And after
all your years of marriage,
he was still so madly
in love with you,
and I realised
that's what I want.
I want somebody
to look at me that way.
Well, thank you.
Thank you for telling me that.
Let's get to it, then.
Alright, ladies
Operation Let's Win Hattie
The Elections, here we go.
Right
But we need caffeine.
Where's the caffeine?
So, how's
the editor life treating you?
It's quite fun, honestly.
I'm surprisingly
good at persuading people
to advertise with us.
That's not surprising at all.
You're very persuasive.
Who, me?
You still got time for
your investigative reporting?
Always. In fact, I have
an exclusive scoop for you.
Yeah?
So, you know
the second and third fires
that were started
with the accelerant?
Yeah, well
Wait, did you see the report?
Don't worry,
I didn't get it from you.
I know!
So, who? I mean
How did you
How did you see it?
Jess, where is
this footage from?
In front of the hotel.
You need to send us
a copy of this.
It's on here.
I mean, it's hard to be sure.
I don't think
it's hard at all. Look.
It's definitely him.
I'll I'll run this by
the boss, do a few interviews.
Hey, you're not
You're not gonna publish this?
No, I'm not gonna publish it.
Good.
- Empowering women
- Absolutely.
- Very important.
- Hello, ladies.
Marius! Just working
on my tactics for tonight.
How's your preparations going?
I don't need "tactics".
I just tell the truth,
tell it like it is.
What we see is what we get?
- Exactly.
- Mm, it's true.
Unfortunately.
Good luck, Hattie.
You certainly have my vote.
Okay, so obviously
this seal is cranky,
so replace it like I showed you.
- Alright?
- Yep.
Hi
Yeah. Yeah,
I'll message you the details.
Okay, just
Remember, the support group
starts at seven.
Maria
How's the packing going?
Marius, how's your
election campaign going?
- Keeping you out of trouble?
- I'm never in trouble.
No, I imagine you adhere to
all those bylaws religiously.
There's no point in fighting it.
They have rights to at least half
the property, they can force the sale.
The deeds office has said
it won't be long before
they issue new title deeds.
Pack up while you still can, hm?
Unless you want
to buy their half?
You got any
spare cash lying around?
I expect that property
to fetch several millions.
That little house of yours
sits on a lot of land.
Please excuse me, Marius.
I believe
the doughnuts are on special.
It's Maria,
just come this way.
So, my mom said
she's gonna invite you
and your dad for dinner again.
They're so cute together,
I can't even.
Right!
Dear God,
we are grateful
that our brother, Frank,
has begun his long sleep
and will be awakened
by You on the day of rapture
and will be reunited
with Georgie in Heaven. Amen.
Amen.
Yes we've begun
with the funeral arrangements.
As soon as the police
release the body to us,
we'll start the burial
arrangement for Frank
at the headquarters
of the church.
That's very generous, of course.
I was thinking
maybe we could do a burial
or a cremation here in Eden.
It's an honour to be given
space at the headquarters.
They're not far away from here,
just a few hours.
You can visit
Frank's grave often.
Thank you, of course.
Maybe we could
do a service here, in Eden.
Frank was such a great
role model in the community,
a good steward for the church.
Before you take him
to rest at headquarters.
I'll put it up
with the church council.
When will you
be joining the children?
As soon as everything
is wrapped up here.
There's a lot.
The fire
There's a lot
that needs to be sorted out,
and I owe it to Frank
to leave things in order.
Yes
The guesthouse
was a church matter.
We will take care of you.
You don't need to worry.
Thank you.
You've always been a dedicated
member of the flock, Georgie.
You are in our prayers.
Thank you
for your time, Mrs Harris.
You wanted to know
about sweet Georgie
and poor, poor Frank?
Yes. They've
been helping you out?
Frank takes care of the garden.
And Georgie reads to me
and does my laundry.
When last were they here?
Did you see Frank
the day of the fire at all?
No, Frank was here last Sunday.
He mowed the lawn.
But Georgie Yes, she was here
the day of the fire.
Was there
something odd that day?
She seemed
in a terrible rush, Detective.
I mean, normally
she'll read me a chapter.
We'll have a cup of tea,
she'll read two more chapters,
but that day, she just
raced through one chapter
and then said she had to go.
Did she say where she was going?
Oh, she mentioned that Frank
was helping young Hattie.
So, I assumed she
was just going off to help them.
She seemed
rather anxious, Detective.
Does Georgie
come at a regular time?
Always at 4 p.m., after my nap.
Piet, remind me,
what time does Anna's report
say the first fire started?
Around seven? Okay, thanks.
We need to find out
where Georgie was.
I'm sending my condolences
to you and your family.
Take care.
Georgie, I'm so
sorry for your loss.
I've been meaning to make
contact with you
once the police matters
have been cleared up.
Soon, I hope.
I've asked the church
if we could do a service here.
But the burial
will be at church headquarters
about two hours north from here.
I don't know if that's
something you could do. I
I realise that's a bit odd.
Absolutely. It's not a problem.
Anything to make you happy.
I don't know about happy.
The church believes that when
we die, we simply fall asleep
and that we wait, sleeping.
Waiting for the trumpets to
sound and to be raised to Heaven
to join the joyful throngs.
Jackie, I'd like to see him.
Frank.
I couldn't
bear to before, but
Now I'm ready.
I'll be right outside.
Call if you need anything.
- Thank you.
- Okay.
Oh, Frank
Why did you have to die
before you talked to me?
Before you
made me Maria's potjie?
Before we had a chance
to talk about our marriage?
You say
You say you thought
I didn't love you anymore,
and that's not true.
I never stopped loving you.
Not once. Not ever.
I just wish you were here
so I can tell you
how wrong you are.
It's perfectly normal
to be angry at the dead.
I wouldn't worry about it.
Oh, Maria
Did you want to use the kitchen?
Well, yes.
I have to figure out a recipe.
For the newspaper,
you know. My job.
I didn't realise
you needed to work tonight.
I'm busy making a vanilla cake.
It was Mickey's favourite.
Well, you know,
Mum used to make it for
the two of us when we were kids.
But, I can stop though
if you need
to use the kitchen for a bit.
I need it for longer than a bit!
Oh, well,
I shouldn't be too long.
You know what?
It's okay.
Take your time.
Righto!
You get her
out of the house?
- Aye.
- Good.
Check her bedroom.
Maybe she has a folder there.
She must have
her mum's will there somewhere.
The exact date
of it is important.
I mean, she's
She's not stupid, Gordon.
If there was anything
that would incriminate her,
she'd hardly keep it, would she?
- It's worth a look, though.
- Oh, I'll look.
I'm working on something else
that might help us
- dig up something incriminating.
- What?
- But, get searching.
- Yeah.
And, Aileen, good job, love.
Oh ta-ra then.
Coming.
Georgie, hi.
Can I come inside?
Please do
I've missed you.
Thank you so much
for letting me come early
- to use your space.
- Of course.
It's a treat to be cooked for
by the famous Tannie Maria.
I should be thanking you.
Hi.
Right over there.
Oh, wow!
- What a place to cook!
- Right?
Wow!
What's that? Is that the pantry?
Uh, not quite.
Let me show you. Come.
- Oh my
- Hey?
Oh, look at this beauty.
Hello.
There we go.
- There we go
- Aren't you afraid?
Of snakes? I used to be.
I had a huge phobia of reptiles
when I was growing up.
I couldn't even look at a lizard
without feeling
like I was gonna pass out.
But, I had to get rid
of the fear, so I got snakes
to help me confront
my fear every day.
- Can I?
- Yeah.
They're soft.
And now I'm not
afraid of them anymore.
They've turned from monsters
to family.
Better than
the other way around.
Oh, yes.
What's in there?
Your shark collection?
Um, did you wanna get cooking?
Sure.
- Hey, Bron.
- Hi.
Hi, Jess!
So this is Jessie?
I've heard so much about you.
Oh, it's Mom's
new boyfriend, Uncle Craig.
God, how long have I been gone?
Well, I've just
been helping out, you know.
Nice meeting you.
Sorry I'm rushing off.
When did that happen?
Did Ma tell you about it?
Yes, she told me
about Uncle Craig.
When?
Why didn't she tell me?
She probably knew
you were too busy, Jess.
I'm sure she didn't
wanna bother you.
And
this is my friend, Sarah.
Hi. Good to meet you.
Hi.
Hey, sorry I chased you away
when you wanted to talk.
We can talk now.
Yeah, it's fine. I'll just hang
out with Sarah now, thanks.
Are you hungry?
No, but Sarah and I cooked and
your plate's in the microwave.
And you, Riley?
Have you done your homework?
Mm-hm, Craig helped me.
What's this?
My own father cooking?
You're the one who invited
Zindzi and Jackie for dinner.
It's called being polite.
They had us over first.
You know about politeness?
What's that supposed to mean?
You weren't
exactly polite to Maria.
Anyway, I just assumed
we'd get pizza or something.
Especially since
you're working on a case.
Oh You're trying
to impress her!
I'm just
trying to eat healthier.
Mm, okay!
- Khaya
- Hey.
Thank you
so much for inviting us.
I was just trying
to return the hospitality.
Well, Khazi's busy
giving Zindzi the tour.
It's not very grand. Shall I?
- Yes, please.
- Okay.
Voila.
- Cheers.
- Cheers.
I didn't manage
to bring all my ingredients.
I was meant to get them earlier,
but something came up.
Oh, I've got
a few things in there.
This is the pantry.
I'm a bit of a foodie, but I'm
not a professional like you.
But I enjoy cooking.
Well, it would be really nice
if you would join me.
Okay.
Dear Craving in the Karoo
I'm sorry that you feel like you
can't fill the hole inside you.
Please don't try
and fill it with wax.
I promise I've got something
far more delicious for you.
Okay,
what are we making?
Five Flavour Salad.
- A salad?
- Well, it's not just any salad.
Alright
Chop-chop.
These?
We begin
with some sweetness.
Slices of apple and orange
Little bursts of pleasure.
Time for the shock
of a something new.
Sourness.
A dash of vinegar or lemon.
Change awakens us and adds zest.
Now would be
a good time to warn you
that there'll be no picky eating
in this house. Okay, baby?
Yeah. What Mama makes,
Baba eats.
End of story.
You get what you get
and you don't get upset.
Now,
for the secret ingredient.
Don't forget
a sprinkle of seaweed
for that deep umami flavour.
What's the worst
that could happen?
It's important
to take risks sometimes.
Cooking together
could be fun though, hey?
Yeah, you and me.
And getting you
to wash the dishes.
Now, that's what
I'm looking forward to.
Do you have
a wee small pan for me?
Yeah, sure.
Small enough?
Saltiness and crunch,
the reward for hard work.
Okay. Roast these.
Seven months?
You're carrying so nicely.
- Are you eating weird stuff?
- Not really. Are you?
Yeah
- Thank you, bye.
- Bye.
Hello.
And finally,
things aren't complete
without a little bitterness.
Do you need help
cleaning your mess?
Aye.
Wow
Okay
You need your greens.
Greens are like
life's tougher lessons.
The ones
that aren't easy to swallow,
but are essential for growth.
- Ooh, crunchy!
- Yummy.
I bet it's better
than varsity food, hey, girls?
It's definitely better
than varsity food.
Wow
There
Wow
- Now, taste?
- Oh, yes.
Check the balance.
- Lucille, go home.
- No.
Yes, go rest.
- Thanks, guys.
- Okay.
Just promise me,
whatever you do,
you don't add any wax.
Heaven!
Pretty good.
Warm regards, Maria.
Mm
Oh, that's so good!
Hattie,
Eden is seeing a rise
in youth unemployment.
How do you plan
to tackle this issue?
It seems
like a cliché, but it's not.
Our youth are
the future of Eden.
My plan involves launching
community-based
skills development programmes
and then partnering with local
businesses for apprenticeships.
It's all about
creating opportunities
and harnessing the potential
of our young people.
Sounds idealistic, Hattie.
How do you propose to fund
this ambitious program me?
We need to be realistic about
the budget constraints we face.
And, I must say, Hattie,
I find your optimism
quite refreshing.
It's good to dream big,
even if the practicalities
are not quite
within our reach right now.
Funding will come
from reallocating existing
resources more efficiently,
and then seeking grants
aimed at youth development.
It's not just about dreaming
big, it's about smart planning
and commitment
to our community's future.
I'm used to working
miracles on a shoestring budget.
Ah, it's almost time
for group session.
The others
will be arriving in a bit.
It was, um, really nice
to make something together.
It was.
Hands up!
Any questions?
Yes, for Mr Rabie.
Marius, I know how important
bylaws are to you.
You know them better
than anyone else, right?
I absolutely believe
that we as citizens need to be
law-abiding and diligent
in everything we do.
And a big part
of being mayor would be ensuring
we weed out bad seeds in
this town. Wouldn't you agree?
Absolutely.
- Okay, take it easy.
- Check their pockets.
Make sure
they don't have their phones.
You never said
there'd be a woman here.
Okay, so where is it?
I don't know
what you're talking about.
He didn't say
there'd be snakes either.
I hope you got the code.
Oh, and if you move,
I shoot you dead.
Can you get
your hands in my bra?
- What?
- My phone.
They didn't search there.
Interesting herb, marijuana.
Is that why they've come?
Yeah, probably. That's
what's behind the other door.
Oh, my God, guys!
Get a room.
Hey! Hey
Cheeky.
- Maria?
- Khaya, come quickly.
We're being held up
at Ricus' place.
Well, there are a couple
of bylaws worth revisiting.
This town operates on order.
So, Marius, I'm curious
How many bylaws
is Thando breaking here?
If you can't see clearly
from there, I'll help you.
This is your gardener.
There's a lighter in his hand
and a few bottles of paraffin.
Oh, it's preposterous.
This is where
the second fire started.
This fire burned down
four properties.
Two of those properties you
owned but couldn't develop
because they were
of historical interest.
I'll bet you that's
a whole bunch of bylaws.
Rubbish!
Don't believe what she's saying.
What are you talking about?
He's my gardener.
I don't know what he's doing.
So you
don't know his name?
I know his name,
he's my gardener,
but he's done nothing.
I mean, I don't know.
Is it even my gardener?
I mean,
here it could be anybody.
I haven't seen my gardener since
that evening, Officer.
No idea where he might be.
This has nothing to do with me.
We'll need you
to come down for questioning.
Really?
Don't let me
take the handcuffs out.
Who's Khaya? Who's Khaya!
You trying
to get us into trouble?
Hey!
Hey, watch it!
Oh shit!
Jaco, what's your problem, man?