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The Root of All Evil

The Root of All Evil (1947)

1h 50m | PG-13

⭐ 6.8 / 10

Jeckie Farnish is a level-headed young woman, unlike her spoiled younger sister, Rushie. When the sisters become involved with charming businessman Charles Mortimer, the resulting tragedy leads to a lust for revenge on Rushie's part. However, Jeckie knows that she can always turn to reliable Joe Bartle in times of need.

Director: Brock Williams

Studio: Gainsborough Pictures

Genre: Drama

Video: 720p

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Cast

Phyllis Calvert

Phyllis Calvert

as Jeckie Farnish

Michael Rennie

Michael Rennie

as Charles Mortimer

John McCallum

John McCallum

as Joe Bartle

Brefni O'Rorke

Brefni O'Rorke

as Farnish

Moore Marriott

Moore Marriott

as Scholes

Hazel Court

Hazel Court

as Rushie Farnish