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The Young Philadelphians

Guilty secrets. Shocking scandals. All in a day's work for on Philadelphian lawyer.

1959 · 2h 16m · APPROVED Drama
Directed by Vincent Sherman

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Up and coming young lawyer Anthony Lawrence faces several ethical and emotional dilemmas as he climbs the Philadelphia social ladder. His personal and professional skills are tested as he tries to balance the needs of his fiance Joan, the expectations of his colleagues and his own obligation to defend his friend Chester on a murder count.

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The trials and tribulations of the rich, like those of the poor, can be undramatic.

A.H. Weiler, New York Times

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