Skyscraper Souls (1932)

David Dwight, a powerful bank president, secures a massive loan to construct an impressive skyscraper, raising eyebrows among his board members. His loyal mistress, Sarah, remains by his side, but David's ambitions lead him to pursue Sarah's secretary, Lynn. As he navigates the precarious world of bank mergers to safeguard his investment, he becomes entangled in a scheme orchestrated by a board member to artificially inflate the bank’s stock before short-selling it. Tensions rise as David’s ruthless pursuit of success threatens to unravel both his personal life and professional integrity.