The Charmer (1917 film)

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The Charmer
Directed by Jack Conway
Written by
Starring
Cinematography Edward A. Kull
Production
company
Distributed byUniversal Pictures
Release date
  • August 27, 1917 (1917-08-27)
Running time
5 reels
CountryUnited States
Languages

The Charmer is a 1917 American silent drama film directed by Jack Conway and starring Ella Hall, Belle Bennett and Martha Mattox. [1]

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Plot summary

Genuinely sweet natured, Ambrosia Lee loves to help everyone, soothing their sorrows with her cheerful spirit. Her charms are put to the test, when she tries to save her own Aunt Charlotte's marriage. Happily, all ends well, when her Aunt and Uncle are happily reunited.

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  1. Parish & Pitts p.75

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