This film is presented by Silents, Please! STL and will feature a special introduction from SPSTL’s Kate Stewart.

Mr. DeMille, I’m ready for my close up!

Is this beautifully staged and shot Cecil B. DeMille romantic comedy, Leila Porter (Gloria Swanson) has grown tired of her husband James Denby Porter, the glue king, as she is romantic but he is prosaic. Moreover, he is careless of his personal appearance, gets cigar ash in the carpet, and eats green onions before he tries to kiss her. When a dashing, suave friend of James’ arrives on the scene, Leila considers her options.

DeMille was known for films with a moral agenda, though he employed some pretty lascivious elements in service of directing us towards it. And that makes for some good fun and intriguing gender dynamics.

“Viewers who have only seen DeMille in epic mode are in for a treat. Don’t Change Your Husband is a sophisticated bit of fun. Plus, Gloria’s gowns are great fun to feast the eyes on. DeMille had a great talent for having his cake and eating it too.” –Movies Silently

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