anything to claw her way out of poverty and into the corridors of wealth and power. This fast-paced, colourful adventure is based on the true story of a woman who ruthlessly used her beauty and cunning to achieve the good life. The beautiful daughter of a poor farmer, Betsy Bigley is desperate to improve her situation. She cooks up one scheme after another, hoping to gain entry into high society. From bilking farmers to powerful New York bankers, she works her considerable charm at every opportunity ? until an unforeseen twist threatens her greatest con. When she vows revenge, she makes good in a rollicking caper involving a phony gold mine, a showgirl and a lovesick private eye. In the tradition of Moll Flanders and Tom Jones, Betsy?s story is a clever, sexy joyride from start to finish! (3 VHS) approx. 243 mins.  (less)