Poor Men's Wives

Laura Bedford, a woman of discerning taste, finds herself entwined in a complex web of relationships after marrying Jim Maberne, a poor taxi driver. Her friend Claribel's union with the wealthy Richard Smith-Blanton serves as a stark contrast to Laura's humble existence. As the narrative unfolds, Laura becomes embroiled in a tumultuous sequence of events, precipitated by her attendance at an artists' ball, where she rebuffs Smith-Blanton's advances. The consequences of her actions are far-reaching, leading to a series of dramatic confrontations that ultimately test the mettle of her marriage and her own sense of self-worth. Through a nuanced exploration of the human experience, the film probes the intricacies of love, class, and identity, raising essential questions about the nature of relationships and the societal pressures that shape them.