The Battle of the Sexes

Based on a story he first filmed in 1914, this unusual comedy/drama from director D.W. Griffith follows William Judson (Jean Hersholt), a well-to-do family man who falls under the spell of a young flapper (Phyllis Haver). When Judson's daughter (Sally O'Neil) tries to restore honor to her family, she winds up in the clutches of a suave gigolo. With Belle Bennett, Don Alvarado; based on a short story by Daniel Carson Goodman. 88 min. Standard; Soundtrack: stereo music score. Silent with music score.