The Spider and Her Web

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Overview

The story concerns the reformation of a fast woman who runs a gambling establishment. Her one fear is of death and her regeneration is brought about.

Cast: Lois Weber, Phillips Smalley, Wallace Reid, Dorothy Davenport, Rupert Julian, more

Director: Phillips Smalley, Lois Weber

Genres: Drama

Cast

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The Spider and Her Web

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Lois Weber

Phillips Smalley

Wallace Reid

Dorothy Davenport

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