So You Want to Enjoy Life (1952)

Entrapped by the relentless grip of chest discomfort, a rigid neck, and an incessant ear-ringing, our everyman, Joe McDoakes, finds himself in the sterile surrounds of a medical clinic. Here, he receives a chilling prognosis - a mere month of life remaining. With the sand rapidly slipping through the hourglass, McDoakes resolves to seize his remaining days with vivacity. He courageously severs societal restraints, confronting his overbearing boss and the relentless IRS agent in a storm of physical retribution. His life then whirls into a dizzying spree of indulgence; from the gleaming chrome of a fresh-off-the-lot car to the sleek elegance of a newly procured boat. His world is further adorned with the luxury of a personal butler, the haunting melodies of a gypsy violinist, and the intoxicating allure of stunning women. All the while, a trans-Atlantic cruise lurks tantalizingly on the horizon. Just as McDoakes prepares to set sail into his last sunset, he discovers a twist in his tale. The source of his affliction lies not in a terminal illness, but in the constriction of a too-tight shirt collar. The tale of Joe McDoakes is a whimsical journey that reflects on the unpredictability of life and the importance of living each day as if it's your last.

So You Want to Enjoy Life is a comedy movie featuring Wilson Benge.

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