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The Root of All Evil (1947)

1947-02-05 · 1h 50m · EN
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Jeckie Farnish is a level-headed young woman, unlike her spoiled younger sister, Rushie. When the sisters become involved with charming businessman Charles Mortimer, the resulting tragedy leads to a lust for revenge on Rushie's part. However, Jeckie knows that she can always turn to reliable Joe Bartle in times of need.

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Brock WilliamsDirector

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Phyllis CalvertPhyllis CalvertJeckie FarnishMichael RennieMichael RennieCharles MortimerJohn McCallumJohn McCallumJoe BartleBrefni O'RorkeBrefni O'RorkeFarnishMoore MarriottMoore MarriottScholesHazel CourtHazel CourtRushie FarnishArthur YoungArthur YoungGeorge GriceReginald PurdellReginald PurdellPerkinsHubert GreggHubert GreggAlbertStewart RomeStewart RomeSir GeorgeGeorge CarneyGeorge CarneyBowserPat HicksPat HicksLucy

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RevengeImpoverished family

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Genre affinityDramaTheme affinityRevenge · Impoverished FamilyDialogue densityDramaEmotional intensityImpoverished FamilyDirector preference345829Actor preference252970 · 477846 · 324976

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What is The Root of All Evil about?

Jeckie Farnish is a level-headed young woman, unlike her spoiled younger sister, Rushie. When the sisters become involved with charming businessman Charles Mortimer, the resulting tragedy leads to a lust for revenge on Rushie's part. However, Jeckie knows that she can always turn to reliable Joe Bartle in times of need.

How long is The Root of All Evil?

The Root of All Evil has a runtime of 110 minutes.