Moll Flanders (1996) Reviews

WARNING: Gratuitous sex in this movie and a lesbian sex scene. Well directed & acted. Dialogue is well written. But the characters bring little sympathy as they are all flawed and selfish. I come away not feeling like anyone was a great hero in this, but at least glad for all of them at the times their lives went well. Everyone was so corrupted by lies and immorality that I couldn't relate personally. There are many period pieces I enjoyed more, like any of the Jane Austen ones.
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I am a fan of the eighteen century so this was a great adventure for me. I absolutely loved and hated Moll but I understood that she did what she did to get by. There are many laugh out loud parts and Alex Kingston was a delight to watch. There are alot of untold parts of the story and we do not get definitive answers to some questions, but overall you will sit and watch the entire series in one sitting. Good Stuff!!
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This movie is exciting and a great romp. Alex Kingston is stunning and turns in a great and believable performance. I was unfamiliar with her work, and now I will be watching for more of her. And you do get to see a great deal of her in this movie. The sex is well used and essential in this type of romp.
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This movie should definately come with a strong warning about adult content and unedited sex scenes. That said, it is an exciting romp that takes place in the 1700's. The intriguing and never dull life of Moll Landers leaves me wanting more of it. Alex Kingsinton brings the charecter to life making someone who should be appallingly unlikeable into a loveable underdog. I love the way she speaks right into the camera as if I am hiding in the corner and she is talking to me...and it is always a laugh out loud funny observation . The time period is beautifully done. I was lucky to see the unedited the first time it was shown on PBS. It was a error on the part pbs and the unedited version hit the states like bomb. Most were appalled by the sex and language. I will say it was very graphic and the edited version was just as good.Dont miss this fun movie. If you have a sensative nature about nudity then get the edited version....pam
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