A Prodigal Bridegroom

A Prodigal Bridegroom

NR 1926 · 18 min · ★ 7.0 · Comedy

Ben returns from the big city with his pockets full of cash. A hard-hearted, gold-digging vamp ensnares him. Ben enjoys being ensnared. In order to get rid of his faithful sweetheart, he schemes up a preposterous tale.

Directed by Earle Rodney

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