The Hungry Heart (1917)
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Directors
Robert G. Vignola
Cast
Pauline Frederick
The story
As described in a film magazine, Courtney Vaughan is very much in love with her husband Richard. However, when he neglects her for his chemistry work, she turns to Basil Gallatin, her husband's partner and a homewrecker. When Richard learns that Courtney desires her freedom he divorces her, giving her custody of their little son.
Genres
drama film, silent film
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