In Name Only

~A woman trying to live her own life-A man who wouldn't let her-A wife living without love, fighting them both with the bitter weapons of a desperate heart!

Overview

A wealthy man falls for a widow but is locked into a loveless marriage with a woman who has contrived to convince his parents she is the ideal wife.

Genres

General Information

Release Date: 1939-08-18
Budget: $0
Revenue: $0
Runtime: 94 min

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