City Lights

~True Blind Love


Overview

A tramp falls in love with a beautiful blind flower girl. His on-and-off friendship with a wealthy man allows him to be the girl's benefactor and suitor.


Genres


General Information

Release Date: 1931-02-06
Budget: $1500000
Revenue: $4250000
Runtime: 87 min


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