Four's a Crowd (1938)

In the dynamic world of print, Jean Christy, an audacious newspaper reporter, thrives on unveiling stories that captivate the masses. She, however, finds herself in a tight spot when the newspaper's elusive young owner, Patterson Buckley, contemplates pulling the plug on the entire operation. Jean's only hope to salvage the newspaper and her career rests with Robert Lansing, the newspaper's erstwhile editor-in-chief who was unceremoniously fired by Pat. Lansing, now the proud proprietor of his own public relations company, is on a relentless pursuit to secure the account of John P. Dillingwell, America's wealthiest and most despised man. Dillingwell, a man of peculiar passions, enjoys miniature trains and unleashing his attack dogs on those he disapproves of. His abhorrence stems from Lansing's previous clandestine smear campaign against him, a strategic move aimed at convincing Dillingwell of his desperate need for a talented PR person. In a twist of fate, Lansing sets his sights on Lorri Dillingwell, John's granddaughter and coincidentally, Pat's fiancée, as he attempts to secure Dillingwell's business. This elaborate game of power and persuasion is further complicated by the enigmatic figure, H. Louis Brown, whose identity remains shrouded in mystery. As the quartet of Bob, Jean, Pat, and Lorri navigate this intricate maze of professional ambitions, their personal lives become entangled in a confusing dance of relationships, leaving everyone guessing about the romantic outcomes. Meanwhile, Robert's cunning plan to exploit John's notorious reputation backfires when Pat exposes his smear campaign to John. Undeterred, John sees the potential in Robert's PR skills and hires him to counterbalance the negative publicity, setting the stage for a riveting climax. 'Four's a Crowd' is a deliciously complicated tale of ambition, manipulation, romance, and the relentless quest for power, where the line between professional pursuits and personal affairs blurs, creating a compelling cinematic experience.

Four's a Crowd is a comedy movie featuring Errol Flynn.

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