Dangerous Beauty(1998)
Born without privilege. Bound by tradition. She found the courage to follow her heart.
Veronica is brilliant, gifted and beautiful, but the handsome aristocrat she loves, Marco Venier, cannot marry her because she is penniless and of questionable family. So Veronica's mother, Paola, teaches her to become a courtesan, one of the exotic companions favored by the richest and most powerful Venetian men. Veronica courageously uses her charms to change destiny -- and to give herself a chance at true love.
Movie: Dangerous Beauty
Top 10 Billed Cast
Veronica Franco
Marco Venier
Maffio Venier
Domenico Venier
Giulia De Lezze
Paola Franco
Beatrice Venier
Pietro Venier
Laura Venier
Livia
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