Summary
In a tapestry of maternal devotion, musical comedy star Marie Lamonte relinquishes her opulent lifestyle with paramour Harvey Martin, opting for a humble existence to nurture her daughter Dorothy, who has been reared in a convent school. As Dorothy's presence rekindles Marie's sense of purpose, she finds herself at odds with Martin, who seeks to exploit Dorothy's innocence. The narrative unfolds as a poignant exploration of the human condition, with Marie's ultimate act of desperation – shooting at Martin – serving as a catalyst for his transformation, as he relinquishes his claim on Dorothy, allowing her to reunite with her beloved Geoffrey Hutchins, and Marie to finally find solace.
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Musical comedy star Marie Lamonte, the mistress of Harvey Martin, has her daughter, Dorothy, reared in a convent school. Realizing that the daughter is about to come home, Marie gives up her luxurious life with Martin and in maternal devotion retires to humble lodgings. There she is happy with Dorothy, who is in love with young artist Geoffrey Hutchins. Martin, however, lavishes Dorothy with gifts and persuades her to elope with him; learning that Martin has fascinated Dorothy, Marie goes to his apartment to plead with him to give up the girl, who meanwhile is concealed in an adjoining room. Martin refuses, and in desperation Marie shoots at him. In admiration of her courage, Martin changes his mind, telling Dorothy that he never intended to marry her; and when the girl is united with Geoffrey, Marie is at last happy.
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