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Rags to Riches Synopsis
A rich young boy has to prove his worth to the gang he has just joined by enduring all sorts of hardships, including a kidnap attempt, before they'll accept him.
Playthings of Passion Synopsis
Helen Rowland is unresponsive towards her rich husband Henry and spends most of her time at social events. Henry agrees to give financial assistance to young clergyman John Sterling for his missionary cause if Helen can become interested in Sterling's work in the slums. Helen becomes so interested in Sterling's mission work that she admits to Henry that she is in love with the clergyman. Henry then insists that Sterling arouse Helen's hatred. Sterling feigns drunkenness and Helen is so disgusted that she hurries home. Henry is remorseful about the scheme, but confesses he did it out of love for her, and so Helen discovers, finally, that she loves her husband.
"Rags to Riches" holds a slight edge in general audience appreciation, but "Playthings of Passion" offers its own unique cult appeal.
Suggested Watch:
Rags to Riches