Ruth Donnelly
From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. Ruth Donnelly (May 17, 1896 – November 17, 1982) was an American stage and film actress. Her father was the mayor of Trenton, New Jersey. She began her stage career at the age of 17 in 1913, in The Quaker Girl. Her Broadway debut... Read full bio →
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Autumn Leaves
A woman falls for a younger man with severe mental problems.
The Spoilers
In 1899 Alaska, miners have to protect themselves from a phony legal team trying to steal their gold claims.
A Lawless Street
Marshal Calem Ware must face unpleasant facts about his past when he attempts to run a criminal gang out of town.
The Secret of Convict Lake
In 1871 a convict escapes, with other prisoners, to kill the man that framed him, but has second thoughts after meeting the man's beautiful future wife.
Where the Sidewalk Ends
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The Snake Pit
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The Bells of St. Mary's
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Mr. Smith Goes to Washington
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A Slight Case of Murder
a film noir expert gets involved in real-life drama that imitates the movies he knows so much about...
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The White Cockatoo
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Heat Lightning
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Ladies They Talk About
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A hustling public relations man promotes a series of fads.
Footlight Parade
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