Party Wire

Party Wire

Burning the scandal at both ends!

NR 1935 · 69 min · ★ 8.3 · Drama, Comedy

When a small-town girl's boyfriend leaves in disgrace, gossips spread false reports of her pregnancy.

Directed by Erle C. Kenton · Written by Ethel Hill

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