A Lady's Morals (1930) (MOD) "HBO"

A Lady's Morals (1930) (MOD) "HBO"This decorous if provocatively titled meeting of two songbirds stars Metropolitan Opera soprano Grace Moore ("The Tennessee Nightingale") in her film debut portraying legendary 19th century diva Jenny Lind ("The Swedish Nightingale"). A Lady's Morals is a prime example of highbrow meets hokum fluff from the early sound era. Bringing Moore's vibrant voice and charming poise to the screen was an ambitious attempt to launch a new film star and give the

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