In 19th century Paris, Bette Fischer, a poor and homely spinster, forms an alliance with the seductive courtesan Valerie Marneffe to orchestrate revenge on her handsome and wealthy relatives.

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Jessica LangeCousin Bette

Elisabeth ShueJenny Cadine

Bob HoskinsCesar Crevel

Hugh LaurieBaron Hector Hulot

Kelly MacdonaldHortense Hulot

Toby StephensVictorin Hulot

John BenfieldDr. Bianchon

Geraldine ChaplinAdeline