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Moll Flanders
“The remarkable story of one woman's unbreakable spirit.”
6.1 / 10• 1996• 2h 3m•PG-13• English
DramaRomance
Storyline
The daughter of a thief, young Moll is placed in the care of a nunnery after the execution of her mother. However, the actions of an abusive priest lead Moll to rebel as a teenager, escaping to the dangerous streets of London. Further misfortunes drive her to accept a job as a prostitute from the conniving Mrs. Allworthy. It is there that Moll first meets Hibble, who is working as Allworthy's servant but takes a special interest in the young woman's well-being. With his help, she retains hope for the future, ultimately falling in love with an unconventional artist who promises the possibility of romantic happiness.
Cast & Crew
Robin Wright
Moll Flanders
Lead
Morgan Freeman
Hibble
Stockard Channing
Mrs. Allworthy
John Lynch
Fielding
Brenda Fricker
madame Mazzawatty
Geraldine James
Edna
Jim Sheridan
le prêtre
Cathy Murphy
Polly
What People Are Saying
3.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Pen Densham's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
3.0
“Every frame feels alive. Moll Flanders is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
