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The Girl from Missouri Synopsis
Chorus girl Eadie is determined to marry a millionaire without sacrificing her virtue.
The Little Orphan Synopsis
When bachelor friends David Clark, Dick Porter and Jerry Mathers agree to adopt Belgian war orphans, David unexpectedly finds himself the guardian of a little girl, Rene Lescere. After David is pursued by Mrs. Hardwick, a divorcee, Rene is determined to find him a more suitable wife and introduces him to Emmeline Warren. David and Emmeline are engaged, but the engagement is broken after Emmeline meets Jerry, her old beau, and their romance is rekindled. David, sad but resigned, sends Rene to boarding school and retires to his hunting lodge with Dick Porter. Later, Emmeline and Jerry, now married, visit the lodge and suggest that Rene accompany them on a trip abroad. At the moment of parting between Rene and her guardian, both realize that they love each other and Rene becomes David's wife.
"The Girl from Missouri" holds a slight edge in general audience appreciation, but "The Little Orphan" offers its own unique cult appeal.
Suggested Watch:
The Girl from Missouri