The Girl Detective
★ 5.8 · 1915 · 20m · Mystery · Thriller
A series of 2-reel thrillers in which a society girl has a position as a special investigator for the police and works on various cases where her unique talents can help to solve crimes. Each episode is complete in itself.
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