The Wrong Way Out

The Wrong Way Out (1938)

December 24th, 19380h 17min

Drama, Crime
59%

Overview

Two young people get married and run away, even though their parents advise them to build up their savings first. After they get settled they can barely make ends meet. When opportunity suddenly presents itself, they start on a downward spiral of crime.


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