Rough House Rosie

Rough House Rosie

Rough House Rosie

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Rough House Rosie

1927

1h 6m

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Comedy

Overview

A poor but ambitious young girl is determined to crash high society, but isn't prepared for the reception she receives.

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5 members

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Clara Bow

Rosie O'Reilly

Clara Bow

Acting

Reed Howes

Joe Hennessey

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Arthur Housman

Kid Farrell

Arthur Housman

Acting

Doris Hill

Ruth

Doris Hill

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Douglas Gilmore

Arthur Russell

Douglas Gilmore

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