
- This item is in original packaging Description England 1872. Isabel Archer is a 23-year-old highly independent American woman. She has lost her parents and lives with her English uncle, Mr. Touchett. One day she receives a remarkably advantageous marriage proposal from Lord Warburton, but to everyone's consternation she declines. She is not ready to bind herself and would rather travel and "experience the world" first. The uncle dies shortly after, and she inherits a fortune, so the dream comes true. Isabel travels to Europe in search of happiness and freedom. Along the way she is introduced to the charming but deceitful Gilbert, who is only after her money. Isabel immediately falls for him, and he proposes. She accepts, and Gilbert begins to mold her into the person he wants her to be. It gradually becomes clear to Isabel what Gilbert is up to. She tries again to break free, to find the love of her life and the freedom she has been seeking... Region code 2 Running time (minutes) 138 Year of production 1996