Watching House of Mirth starring Gillian Anderson and Eric Stoltz, et al. Based on an Edith Wharton novel of the same name. Wharton made her female protagonists sympathetic through their tragic circumstances and choices. Though they may not always be rendered destitute, they may feel forced to trade in love for security, and acceptability.

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