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Old Wives for New is a 1918 American silent drama directed by Cecil B. DeMille and based on David Graham Phillips's 1908 novel of the same name. The story follows Charles Murdock, whose dissatisfaction with his marriage leads him toward another woman and into a scandal involving murder; the film drew attention for treating divorce as a response to serious marital difficulties, a theme that concerned contemporary censors.
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What is the plot of Old Wives for New?
The 1918 silent drama follows Charles Murdock, a man dissatisfied with his marriage who becomes involved with another woman. His choices lead to scandal and personal consequences.
Who directed Old Wives for New?
Old Wives for New was directed by Cecil B. DeMille. It was based on David Graham Phillips's 1908 novel of the same name.
When was Old Wives for New released?
The film is an American silent drama from 1918. Its source novel, written by David Graham Phillips, was published in 1908.
Is Old Wives for New adapted from a book?
Yes, it adapts David Graham Phillips's novel Old Wives for New. The story keeps the novel's focus on marriage dissatisfaction, infidelity, and social scandal.
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