On the Sunny Side

On the Sunny Side

1956 · 81 min · ★ 6.0 · Drama

Main character Esther feels like she doesn't fit into the 'elite' and takes the big showdown with those who always have.

Directed by Edith Carlmar · Written by Otto Carlmar

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