The Detectives (TV Series)

Acting Constables (1993)

Robert Powell: Dave Briggs

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• Dave Briggs : We can't let Derek down, Bob, he needs our help.

  Bob Louis : That's not what he said.

  Dave Briggs : Not in as many words.

  Bob Louis : "Piss off, you pair of tosspots." Is what he actually said.

  Dave Briggs : He was just being theatrical, these people are highly strung.

• Dave Briggs : Must be off to learn my lines.

  Simon : Lines? Didn't think you had any lines.

  Dave Briggs : Thought I just make some up, have something to say while I'm standing in the background. You know, the rhythm method.

  Simon : Method acting.

• Viking : I wouldn't worry about it if I were you, it's your first time. I mean, I remember my first appearance. I was supposed to be a vicious SS officer in Colditz. All I had to do was walk across the courtyard, look up and shout "Gott in Himmel!" Could I get it right? I kept shouting, then looking up. The director said it was like a bird had pooed on my head. Oh, I was wrecked at the end of it, they cut the scene anyway. Another drink?

  Bob Louis : Pint.

  Dave Briggs : Campari and Soda, luvvie.