Vanity Fair

Vanity Fair

All's fair in love & war.

PG-13 2004 · 141 min · ★ 5.8 · Drama, Romance

In early 19th century England, orphaned Becky Sharp defies her poverty-stricken background and ascends the social ladder alongside her best friend.

Directed by Mira Nair · Written by Matthew Faulk

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