Impulsive Dalla, an impetuous South African orphan, accepts the offer of her benefactor, Barend De Beer, to marry him after she visits England, leaving behind Colonel Valentia, whom she is very attracted to. The visit to England transforms her into a polished lady.


Edgar Norton's portrayal of Dalla, an impetuous and spirited South African orphan, is a standout in 'The Female', a 1919 silent film that captivates with its intricate plot and nuanced characters. Dalla, deeply attracted to Colonel Valentia, embarks on a transformative journey to England where she meets her benefacto...

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" Edgar Norton's portrayal of Dalla, an impetuous and spirited South African orphan, is a standout in 'The Female', a 1919 silent film that captivates with its intricate plot and nuanced characters. Dalla, deeply attracted to Colonel Valentia, embarks on a transformative journey to England where she meets her benefactor, Barend De Beer. Under his tutelage, she blossoms into a polished and poised lady, a transformation that sets the stage for a series of events that will test her mettle. Her ben..."
Agnes Christine Johnston, Cynthia Stockley
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