The Waning Sex (1926)
Nina Duane is a criminal lawyer whose gender was professionally resented by Philip Barry, the District Attorney. She wins acquittal for man-chasing widow Mary Booth, then defeats her in romancing the D.A.
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Production Companies: Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Country: United States
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