Overview
In a town called Hope on the edge of Britain's empire, desperations clash: the beautiful Dorothea Brook is desperate to free her pregnant sister Rose from the clutches of Fraser, a fortune hunter. A local politician, William Poyner, is desperate for cash and thinks marriage to Dorothea will save him. Dorothea hires Lawrence Hayes, a rough but handsome Argonaut, to bribe Fraser with jewels and to marry Rose; Hayes desperately loves Dorothea and may marry Rose to stay close to her. But Dorothea has a lover, the ravishing Anne Cooper, who encourages the match with Poyser to give the lovers cover. Are these remedies, each desperate in its turn, going to make anyone happy?
Frequently Asked Questions & Story Details
Who directed Desperate Remedies?
Desperate Remedies was directed by Stewart MainPeter Wells.
Where was Desperate Remedies produced?
It was produced by companies including James Wallace Productions, New Zealand Film Commission, NZ on Air, Avalon/NFU Studios in New Zealand.
Desperate Remedies Ending Explained & Trivia
The ending of Desperate Remedies wraps up key thematic points regarding its characters. The film showcases excellent use of sound design, writing, and visual effects to create an immersive cinematic environment. For full analysis of ending theories, you can check out our corresponding articles in the Lumaflicks Blog section.
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