Saturday's Children (1940)

In the bustling world of J.B. Martin Co., two distinct souls cross paths - the pragmatic Bobby Halevy, a young woman who treks through life with a vibrant sense of curiosity, and the dreamy Rims Rosson, a 25-year-old inventor with a tendency for whimsical ideas that often miss their mark. Despite their contrasting dispositions, they find themselves drawn together, their love budding amidst Bobby's determination to not be just another woman chasing the title of "Mrs." and Rims' idealistic plans of turning hemp into silk in far-off Manila. Their path to matrimony, however, is not typical. Guided by her elder sister Florrie Sands - a seasoned player in the game of marriage - Bobby employs a series of uncharacteristic tricks to ensnare Rims into marrying her, thwarting his dreams of a Philippine adventure. Yet, their love story doesn't flow smoothly like a well-rehearsed dance but stumbles and trips over unexpected hurdles, most of which are beyond their control, casting a shadow over their marital bliss. As the couple navigates through their troubled waters, Bobby finds herself grappling with the intricate puzzle of restoring happiness to their lives. She contemplates resorting to more cunning tactics, her actions reflective of a desperate attempt to salvage their love. In this complex maze, she has only the examples of her sister Florrie's marriage, her parents' union, and her father's fond hopes for his youngest daughter to guide her. The question remains - will she manage to steer their love back to its original course, or will the real world's harsh realities shatter their dreamy bubble of marital bliss?

Saturday's Children is a drama movie featuring John Garfield and directed by Vincent Sherman.

Saturday's Children is currently streaming on Criterion Channel.