The Perfect Woman

The Perfect Woman

WHEW! BOLSHEVIKS! --AND CONNIE'S AMONG 'EM!

1920 · ★ 10.0 · Comedy, Romance

Mary Blake can charm any man, young or old, with her winning ways -- except for the one she really wants. James Stanhope is a misogynist who won't give her the time of day.

Directed by David Kirkland · Written by Anita Loos

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