Henry James' Timeless Cautionary Tale Gets a Modern Retelling The BBC and PBS are adapting Henry James' "The Portrait of a Lady" into a six episode limited series that promises to transport viewers to the opulent world of late 19th century Europe.
The story, set against the backdrop of social status and material wealth, is a cautionary tale about the dangers of unchecked ambition.
At its core, "The Portrait of a Lady" revolves around Isabel Archer, a young American woman played by Nell Tiger Free who seeks to forge her own path in Europe.