Jill Clayburgh stars in Keith Bunin's powerful examination of faith. Read the full description.
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Piece Description
With wisdom, humor and insight, "The Busy World is Hushed" examines the contradictions we find in religion, our families and ourselves. Hannah, a widowed minister, is hoping to translate a long-lost gospel when she is challenged by both her scholarly assistant and her wayward gay son. But when family secrets are revealed, only a stranger can help Hannah find peace. With Hamish Linklater and Luke MacFarlane. The broadcast includes interviews with religious scholar and author Elaine Pagels and playwright Keith Bunin.
Timing and Cues
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