Dangerous Beauty

Dangerous Beauty (1998) is a biographical drama film directed by Marshall Herskovitz. It is adapted from the book, The Honest Courtesan, by Margaret Rosenthal. The movie is based on the life of Veronica Franco played by (Catherine McCormack), a courtesan in 16th century Venice. Veronica's lover Marco (Rufus Sewell)is discouraged by his family from marrying Veronica because her family is of humble means. Thus, he goes on to marry another woman of his status. Veronica and her mother (Jacqueline Bisset) must think of the future and find financial security, and Veronica's mother lays out the options. One of the few options that Veronica has in her time is to go to a convent, where she would be safe and protected, but its not a life that fits her personality. So, Veronica's mother suggests that she tries to be a courtesan like she once used to be, as well as Veronica's grandmother. At first Veronica is discouraged about the idea of becoming a courtesan, but soon she becomes excited by the pleasures it sends. Veronica agrees and her mother prepares her for that world.

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