The Auction Block (1917 film)

The Auction Block is a 1917 American silent drama film directed by Laurence Trimble, written by Rex Beach based on his novel of the same name. The film stars Rubye De Remer, Walter Law, and Florence Deshon. The story revolves around a young woman from the South who travels to New York City and becomes embroiled in the world of the wealthy, facing moral compromises and exploitation. It explores themes of social class, ambition, and the pressures faced by women in urban environments. The film was produced and distributed by Goldwyn Pictures. The film is now considered lost.