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The Wages of Sin
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The Wages of Sin

1938-07-14 · 77 min · ★ 3.7

Drama

A hard-working woman trying to support her family and working at a menial, low-paying job falls for a low-life and before she knows it, he has her working as a prostitute in a bordello.

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Directors
Herman E. Webber
Production companies
Willis Kent Productions
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released

Top Cast

Constance WorthConstance WorthMarjorie Benton
Willy CastelloWilly CastelloTony Kilonis
Blanche MehaffeyBlanche MehaffeyFlorence Jones
Clara Kimball YoungClara Kimball YoungFat Pearl
Carleton YoungCarleton YoungBruce
Frank LaRueFrank LaRuePa Benton
Rose PlumerMa Benton
Bryant WashburnBryant Washburn'John' in Room 530
Betty WonderBordello Girl
Jan DugganJan DugganSong and Dance Specialty
Kenneth HarlanKenneth HarlanLaundry Owner
Martha ChapinBlonde
Ed CassidyEd CassidyHotel Detective
Paula BromleighBordello Girl
Dave Daggett

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