Review of Master of the House (1925) by Dave J — 03 Jan 2017

Earlier movies centering on a mistreated housewife.

This review of Master of the House (1925) was written by Dave J on 03 Jan 2017.

Master of the House has generally received positive reviews.

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By Ronald Bergan (4) for Radio Times (2,421) on 09 Apr 2016

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By Tim S (2,419) on 29 Nov 2014

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