Starter for 10

Set in 1985, this coming-of-age story follows Brian Jackson as he transitions from his working-class roots in Essex to the prestigious University of Bristol on a scholarship. Brian's unwavering passion for learning is contrasted against the backdrop of Thatcherism and serves as one of his defining character traits. Intriguingly, it was watching the college quiz show 'University Challenge' during his childhood that ignited this love of knowledge, which he now plans to pursue wholeheartedly at university. As Brian tries out for the University Challenge team, he encounters Alice, a stunning blonde with an intricate romantic past. This chance encounter sets off a series of events that will challenge Brian's academic pursuit and force him to confront his own preconceived notions of love and relationships.