The Magnificent Lie (1931)

Directors

Berthold Viertel

Cast

Ruth Chatterton

The story

Recovering from a World War I head wound, soldier Bill Childers is paid a hospital visit by Rosa Duchene, a renowned French singer and actress who is contributing to the war effort. It is love at first sight, but Bill does not see her again for 12 years, during which time his combat injury has left him almost totally blind. In the lumber business with partner Elmer Graham, word comes that the famous Rosa is coming to town to perform.

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