Dodsworth (1936)

Retired automobile magnate Sam Dodsworth and his wife Fran embark on a European sojourn after selling his car manufacturing empire. The trip, seen by Sam as a grand escapade and a chance to absorb the world's wisdom, is perceived by Fran as a golden ticket to a whirlwind of dinner parties and dance floors. As they explore Europe's diverse landscapes, their contrasting perspectives begin to widen the chasm between them. Fran, consumed with a voracious desire to be perceived as youthful, finds herself ensnared in a superficial circle of socialites, embarking on a carousel of affairs. Her desperate pursuit of vanity stands in stark contrast to Sam's stoic resilience, as he endeavors to keep their union intact. His path crosses with Edith Cortright, a self-assured woman radiating an aura of confidence, who stands as a stark antithesis to Fran. He finds solace in Edith's company, and a sanctuary in her Italian abode. As Fran's frivolities escalate, Sam grapples with a looming decision when she suddenly retracts her wish for a divorce. Dodsworth is a poignant narrative of love and estrangement, exploring the fissures that emerge when a couple's visions diverge on the road of life. This tale is a bittersweet symphony of a relationship strained under the weight of contrasting desires and life's second acts.

Dodsworth is a drama movie featuring Walter Huston.

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