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The Root of All Evil
The Root of All Evil
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The Root of All Evil

1947
Directed byBrock Williams
1h 50m

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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Phyllis CalvertJeckie FarnishMichael RennieCharles MortimerJohn McCallum
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Joe Bartle
Brefni O'RorkeFarnish
Moore MarriottScholes
Hazel CourtRushie Farnish
Arthur YoungGeorge Grice
Reginald PurdellPerkins
Hubert GreggAlbert
Stewart RomeSir George
DETAILS
GENRES
Drama
STATUSReleased
RATING
6.8

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