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The Beggar Bride
How far will she go for money? "Don't you see, Billy, people like them owe people like us." Young, beautiful and living on the breadline with a feckless husband and a sickly child, Angela Harper decides to take matters into her own hands in order to save her family from the poverty trap. She hits on the perfect plan after noticing a newspaper feature on the once divorced and once widowed lord, Sir Fabian Ormoerod. She will marry the man and then hit him for a massive divorce settlement. And so the stunning Ms Angela Harper, successful lingerie buyer with an alluring independent streak is born...
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Plot Summary
A young woman, abandoned by her wealthy father, must learn to rely on herself and discover her own strengths. After her father's death, she inherits a fortune but finds herself entangled in a bitter legal battle with her greedy stepmother who claims the inheritance is rightfully hers. The young woman must fight for her rightful place and prove her father's true wishes.
Critical Reception
The Beggar Bride was a made-for-television movie that received a mixed to positive reception, primarily appreciated for its touching family drama and the performances of its lead actors, particularly Jane Seymour. It was noted for its somewhat predictable, yet heartwarming, storyline, making it a suitable choice for family viewing.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its heartfelt performances, especially Jane Seymour.
Seen as a heartwarming, albeit predictable, family drama.
Appreciated for its exploration of themes like family loyalty and self-reliance.
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Fun Fact
Katherine Heigl, who plays the younger daughter, went on to achieve significant fame in television dramas like 'Grey's Anatomy'.
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