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Fifth Avenue (1926)

Movie ★ 7.0 60 min

When her cotton crop is burned, Barbara Pelham, a beautiful southern girl, comes to New York to find work as a fashion designer, staying with Mrs. Kemp, a woman she meets on the northbound train. In Mrs. Kemp's house, Barbara encounters Peter Heffner, a wealthy stockbroker, and discovers from him that she has taken up residence in a whorehouse. There is a police raid, but Barbara escapes arrest and returns home. Heffner's son, Neil, goes south to inspect some family property and there meets Barbara, with whom he falls in love. They decide to be married, and she accompanies him to New York, where she meets the elder Heffner for a second time. He denounces her as a whore, but Barbara goes to Mrs. Kemp, who explains the misunderstanding to everyone's satisfaction.

Robert G. Vignola Director

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Quick facts

Released
January 24, 1926
Runtime
60 min
IMDb
tt0016853
Language
Studio
Belasco Productions

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Frequently asked questions

What is Fifth Avenue about?
When her cotton crop is burned, Barbara Pelham, a beautiful southern girl, comes to New York to find work as a fashion designer, staying with Mrs. Kemp, a woman she meets on the northbound train. In Mrs. Kemp's house, Barbara encounters Peter Heffner, a wealthy stockbroker, and discovers from him that she has taken up residence in a whorehouse. There is a police raid, but Barbara escapes arrest and returns home. Heffner's son, Neil, goes south to inspect some family property and there meets Barbara, with whom he falls in love. They decide to be married, and she accompanies him to New York, where she meets the elder Heffner for a second time. He denounces her as a whore, but Barbara goes to Mrs. Kemp, who explains the misunderstanding to everyone's satisfaction.
Who directed Fifth Avenue?
Fifth Avenue was directed by Robert G. Vignola.
Who stars in Fifth Avenue?
Fifth Avenue stars Marguerite De La Motte, Allan Forrest, Louise Dresser, William V. Mong.
When was Fifth Avenue released?
Fifth Avenue is a 1926 drama film.
Where can I watch Fifth Avenue?
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