'Tis Pity She's a Whore (1980)

6.0/10 135 min Drama Romance TV Movie

Overview

Lord Sorenzo marries the beautiful young Annabella, but unbeknownst to him, she is pregnant as a result of an incestuous relationship with her brother Giovanni. Sorenzo discovers the truth, and his ambitious, scheming servant Vasques, resorts to murder (and worse) to ensure that the whole affair ends in a heart rending tragedy! The original 17th century play was set in Italy, this version the action takes place in Victorian England.

Cast

Kenneth Cranham

Giovanni

Cherie Lunghi

Annabella

Bernard Archard

Donado

Anthony Bate

Soranzo

Rodney Bewes

Bergetto

Heather Canning

Putana

Jeremy Child

The Priest

Colin Douglas

Florio

Ron Pember

Poggio

Tim Pigott-Smith

Vasques

David Ryall

Richardetto

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