Why Girls Leave Home(1945)
The VIOLENT, UNVARNISHED TRUTH about the scores of thousands of young girls who recklessly toss away home ties for a life of dangerous thrills!
In this crime drama, a young woman leaves her unhappy life at home to become a sophisticated night club singer. Her first job is nearly fatal when she entangles herself with the mobsters who own the joint and learns too much about their operation. Her boss decides to kill her and make it look like suicide. An intrepid reporter disbelieves the report and exposes the truth to the public.
Movie: Why Girls Leave Home
Top 10 Billed Cast
Irene Mitchell
Chris Williams
Diana Leslie
Jimmy Lobo
Steve Raymond
Flo
Marianna Mason
Mrs. Leslie
Police Captain Reilly
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