Overview
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.
Details
- Director
- Pen Densham
- Writer
- Pen Densham
- Original Language
- English
- Budget
- N/A
Cast
Aisling Corcoran
Brenda Fricker
Britta Smith
Cathy Murphy
Emma McIvor
Ger Ryan
Geraldine James
Harry Towb
Jeremy Brett
Jim Sheridan
John Lynch
Maria Doyle Kennedy
Morgan Freeman
Robin Wright
Stockard Channing
Keywords
death of husband
evil priest
mother daughter reunion
reunion
shipwreck
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