William Hogarth, a compassionate artist, is moved by the struggles of prostitutes in Mother Needham's brothels in 1731. He decides to create a series of cautionary paintings, featuring young prostitute Mary Collins. Despite his wife and father-in-law's disapproval, Hogarth's intentions are pure, as he aims to help Mary financially. Tragically, Mary's fate parallels the tragic story depicted in the paintings.
A Harlot's Progress
The life of William Hogarth is forever changed by his encounter with a prostitute, who sparks his creativity and becomes the inspiration behind his most celebrated artistic masterpiece.