Faye Dunaway plays the part of Barbara, the titular lady who is a lady in title only. Early on, she not only schemes to scuttle the upcoming marriage of a supposed friend, she delights in the treachery. The other woman, Caroline, is played by Glynis Barber. And the story revolves around the fortunes of these two.
Along the way, the story visits subplots about romantic assignations and the criminal activities of highwaymen. What could have been a better film is undermined by its meandering script and the inconsistent portrayal of its main character, Barbara.
Many scenes seem contrived to focus on the sensational: bloody violence and garish carnality. What might have been a morality tale or an interesting period piece loses its focus as a result, which is unfortunate.
Along the way, the story visits subplots about romantic assignations and the criminal activities of highwaymen. What could have been a better film is undermined by its meandering script and the inconsistent portrayal of its main character, Barbara.
Many scenes seem contrived to focus on the sensational: bloody violence and garish carnality. What might have been a morality tale or an interesting period piece loses its focus as a result, which is unfortunate.