My Man Godfrey (1936)

In the heart of New York, amid the remnants of the Great Depression, we find the extravagant socialites, Irene and Cornelia Bullock, embroiled in a quirky scavenger hunt. The prize? To be the first to present a "forgotten man" in the glittering halls of the Wardolf Hotel. Their search leads them to the city dump, where they encounter the enigmatic vagabond, Godfrey Smith. When Cornelia's attempt to lure Godfrey with five dollars results in her landing amidst the garbage, her sister, Irene, seizes the opportunity. With an irresistible charm, she convinces Godfrey to join her cause. In a twist of fate, she offers him a role far removed from the city dump - the position of a butler in the Bullock mansion, a household as opulent as it is dysfunctional. Amidst the chaos of the Bullock family, Irene nurtures an affection for Godfrey, fiercely protective of him, while Cornelia harbors a simmering resentment, seeking to cause him harm. In this lavish yet ludicrous world of the idle rich, Godfrey stands out, stirring intrigue with his mysterious past. As the Bullocks host a grand party, a familiar face from Godfrey's past emerges. Tommy Gray, a Harvard-educated investor, recognizes Godfrey, greeting him warmly, but Godfrey's request to keep his past under wraps adds another layer of mystery to his persona. In this whirlwind tale of high society and hidden identities, 'My Man Godfrey' explores the unexpected romance blooming between Irene and her 'protege' Godfrey, challenging the conventions of class boundaries and unearthing secrets from the shadows of the past. Will Godfrey's secret unravel? And can a love story between a servant and his employer truly find a place in this world? The answers lie within the eccentric world of the Bullocks.

My Man Godfrey is a comedy movie featuring William Powell and directed by Gregory La Cava.

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