Spoils Of Poynton: Pride Of Possession

Duration: 45

Year Published: 1976

Format: 16mm

Description: Dramatizes the first part of "The Spoils Of Poynton" by Henry James which establishes the characters of Mrs. Gereth and her son, Owen. Illustrates the conflicts based on 19th century custom and law concerning the property rights of widows versus male heirs and on the passion for possession among the powered and moneyed class in English society. Presents Mrs. Gereth's efforts to foil Owen's budding romance and thus save her home from passing into the hands of his intended fiance.

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