Summary
A mischievous prank spirals into unexpected romantic entanglement in this whimsical 1930s comedy of errors. Kerry Reynolds, a man whose life is upended by his friends' cruel jester-like antics, stumbles into a fabricated drama involving a mysterious woman and a valuable diamond necklace. What begins as a farcical deception morphs into a bittersweet exploration of human vulnerability and societal expectations. The narrative deftly balances slapstick chaos with moments of genuine emotional resonance, culminating in a resolution that feels both inevitable and satisfyingly inventive. Director Marion Orth’s deft hand ensures the chaos never descends into incoherence, while William E. Wing’s screenplay wields irony as a scalpel to dissect the absurdities of romantic idealism.
Synopsis
Kerry Reynolds' friends pull off a prank by tricking him into thinking he has discovered a damsel in distress. After becoming involved in a sticky predicament involving a diamond necklace he marries the girl, and a happy ending prevails for all.
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