Third Finger, Left Hand (1940)

In the heart of New York's bustling publishing world, Margot Sherwood, a fiercely independent magazine editor, spins an elaborate web of deception. To dodge unwanted advances from her male colleagues and retain her coveted job amidst her boss's wife's jealousy, she cleverly concocts a story about a non-existent husband, even going as far as to wear a wedding ring. Her life is a carefully choreographed dance, balancing her career and maintaining her elaborate ruse. However, her intricate masquerade begins to unravel when she crosses paths with the enigmatic artist, Jeff Thompson. A chance meeting reveals Margot's inconsistent tales about her 'husband' and Jeff, intrigued and a bit amused, sees through the charade. In a twist of playful retribution, he decides to give Margot a taste of her own medicine. Jeff crashes into Margot's well-orchestrated life, turning up at her family home and audaciously announcing himself as her elusive spouse. Infuriated yet cornered, Margot must now keep up with this unexpected twist in her narrative to shield her own deceit from being exposed. In this captivating tale of subterfuge and unexpected romance, "Third Finger, Left Hand" explores the lengths one woman will go to assert her independence, only to find herself ensnared in her own trap, battling with love, loyalty and a most unexpected twist.

Third Finger, Left Hand is a comedy movie featuring Myrna Loy and directed by Robert Z. Leonard.

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