Mrs Warren’s Profession (1991)

Based on Mrs Warren's Profession by George Bernard Shaw

A former prostitute, now a madam (brothel proprietor), attempts to come to terms with her disapproving daughter.

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  • Type: Adaptation
  • Channel: BBC Two
  • Duration: 1'23'14''
  • Broadcast date: 1991
Usage

UK only
Staff and students of licensed education establishments only
Cannot be adapted

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