A Will of Their Own Synopsis & Summary

Synopsis

Originally a two-part, five-hour NBC miniseries, this turn-of-the-20th-century tale follows the adventures of a headstrong American woman who sets forth to fulfill her dreams of becoming a professional photographer. Along the way, she makes many sacrifices. The story also chronicles the lives of this woman's daughter and grandaughter, both of whom come to draw strength and inspiration from the extraordinary life of their matriarch. - Sandra Brennan, All Movie Guide

Movie Info

DVD Release Date:
04/29/2003
Run Time:
225 min.
Director(s):
Genre(s):
Themes:
Life in the Arts, Mothers and Daughters
Tone:
Gentle, Stylish, Stirring
Keywords:
daughter, granddaughter, headstrong, matriarch, photographer, photojournalist, woman
Time Period:
turn of the 20th century
Language:
English
Status:
DVD