The House of Mirth (2000 film)

The House of Mirth is a 2000 film drama version of Edith Whartons 1905 novel The House of Mirth. The film was written and directed by Terence Davies and stars Gillian Anderson.

Lily genuinely admires lawyer Lawrence Selden, but he is too poor for her to seriously consider marrying. Her choices are limited to coarse, vulgar Simon Rosedale, a rising financier, and wealthy but dull Percy Gryce. Lilys friend Judy Trenor urges her to pursue Gryce. But Lily cant help preferring Selden. During a country weekend, they take a long walk and share an innocent kiss. Gryce sees them and leaves abruptly. Fearful for her future, a dejected Lily pours out her troubles to Judys husband, Gus Trenor. He leads her to believe he will help her earn money through investment. Later, Lily finds scandalous letters written by Bertha Dorset revealing that Selden was her lover. Lily is hurt, but keeps the letters secret.At a wedding, Lily receives a 5,000 check from Gus Trenor, who claims to have reinvested another 4,000. Later, he invites Lily to a performance, where she also encounters Lawrence Selden and Simon Rosedale. ........

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