The Making Of A Lady (2012) – A Lesser Known Gem From Frances Hodgson Burnett

Not nearly as many are familiar with Burnett’s novel The Making of a Marchioness and its’ sequel, The Methods of Lady Walderhurst. ITV adapted the former as a television film named The Making of a Lady.

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The Making of a Lady stars Lydia Wilson as the impoverished but genteel young woman, Emily Fox-Seton.

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Orphaned at a young age, she has been forced to make her own way in the world. Gifted an education by her relatives, her options remain few.

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MIXED FEELINGS

The Making of a Lady left me with mixed feelings. The film tried to tackle too many things in its short 90 minutes run time. Learn more

SUBTLY INSPIRING

Although the film does lack the depth and development it needs, I still enjoyed The Making of a Lady and the story of Emily Fox-Seton. Credit: Fremantle Media/Runaway Fridge Productions/ITV/PBS Learn more

THE MAKING OF A LADY CAST

The main actors were also perfectly cast. Lydia Wilson is great as the quiet, practical Miss Fox-Seton who grows into her title. And I can’t think of a better fit for Lord James Walderhurst than veteran actor Linus Roache. Credit: Fremantle Media/Runaway Fridge Productions/ITV/PBS Learn more

Overall, The Making of a Lady might have been better served were it aired as a mini-series. This would allow time to develop both the characters, their relationships with each other, and the combination of the romance and mystery genres. Credit: Fremantle Media/Runaway Fridge Productions/ITV/PBS Learn more

Where to Watch

Stream The Making of a Lady movie on PBS Masterpiece Amazon Channel or buy it digitally on Amazon or on DVD. Credit: Fremantle Media/Runaway Fridge Productions/ITV/PBS Learn more

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