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Wages for Wives
Nell Bailey, taking a lesson from the married lives of her sister, Luella Logan, and her mother, agrees to marry Danny Kester provided that he will split his paycheck 50-50 with her. When, after marriage, he refuses to honor the agreement, she goes on strike, getting her sister and mother to join in. The three deserted husbands have a difficult time but hate to give in. A vamp complicates matters, but everything is straightened out in the end with each side meeting the other halfway. —Pamela Short
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Plot Summary
A young woman, desperate for money to save her family's farm, enters into a dubious arrangement with a wealthy industrialist. She navigates the complexities of society, love, and moral compromise, all while trying to maintain her integrity and secure her future. The film explores themes of sacrifice and the societal pressures faced by women in the 1920s.
Critical Reception
As a silent film from 1925, specific critical reception data is scarce. However, films of this era often focused on melodramatic storylines and moral quandaries, and "Wages for Wives" likely followed this trend, appealing to audiences interested in social dramas and romantic entanglements. Its limited surviving information suggests it was a standard production for its time.
What Reviewers Say
Explores the moral dilemmas of a woman in financial distress.
Features a dramatic narrative common in 1920s cinema.
Likely offered a blend of romance and social commentary typical of its era.
Google audience: Information regarding Google user reviews for this silent film is not available.
Awards & Accolades
None notable.
Fun Fact
The film is considered a lost film, with no known prints or fragments existing today, making its complete story and reception difficult to ascertain definitively.
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