'Tis Pity She's a Whore
Synopsis
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.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Roland Joffé
- Screenplay & Story
- John Ford
- Original Title
- 'Tis Pity She's a Whore
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 2h 15m
- Production Studios
- BBC
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Roland Joffé
John Ford
Nat Crosby
Chris Wimble
Richard Broke
Department Leadership Roster
Roland Joffé
Director
Richard Broke
Producer
Nat Crosby
Director of Photography
Chris Wimble
Editor
Don Homfray
Production Design
Dinah Collin
Costume Design
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What is 'Tis Pity She's a Whore about?
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.
Who directed 'Tis Pity She's a Whore?
'Tis Pity She's a Whore was directed by Roland Joffé.
Who stars in 'Tis Pity She's a Whore?
The principal cast of 'Tis Pity She's a Whore includes Kenneth Cranham, Cherie Lunghi, Bernard Archard, Anthony Bate, Rodney Bewes.
When was 'Tis Pity She's a Whore released and how long is it?
'Tis Pity She's a Whore was released in 1980 with a total runtime of 2h 15m.