The Star Boarder

The Star Boarder

NR 1914 · 12 min · ★ 5.2 · Comedy

A fun-loving little boy's magic lantern show exposes some indiscreet moments between his landlady mother and her star boarder.

Directed by George Nichols · Written by Craig Hutchinson

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