The Amorous Adventures of Moll Flanders
The Amorous Adventures of Moll Flanders ★★ 1965
An amusing romp set in 18th century England focusing on a poor orphan girl who seeks wealth. Moll plots to get ahead through an advantageous series of romances and marriages. Her plan is ruined when she falls in love and he turns out to be a wanted highwayman, landing her in prison. Not surprisingly, love (and money) conquers all. Based on the novel by Daniel Defoe. Novak tries in this female derivative of “Tom Jones,” but this period piece isn't her style. 126m/C VHS . Kim Novak, Richard Johnson, Angela Lansbury, Vittorio De Sica, Leo McKern, George Sanders, Lilli Palmer; D: Terence Young; C: Ted Moore; M: John Addison.
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