Many Beautiful Things

Many Beautiful Things

Could you give up a dream to pursue your true calling?

NR 2015 · 70 min · ★ 6.0 · Documentary, History

In an age when women were incapable of joining the artistic dialogue, Lilias Trotter managed to win the favour of celebrated critics.

Directed by Laura Waters Hinson · Written by Laura Waters Hinson

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