Twentieth Century is a romantic comedy film about a theatrical producer who discovers a talented protege. As they collaborate on a stage play, their relationship becomes complicated with love affairs, competition, and the antics of an escaped lunatic. Set against the backdrop of the theater world, the film explores the dynamics of the mentor-protege relationship and the challenges they face. With witty dialogue, hilarious situations, and memorable characters, Twentieth Century is a classic screwball comedy that will keep you entertained.
The Story of Vernon and Irene Castle is a biographical film that follows the life and career of the famous dance duo. From their humble beginnings to their rise to fame, the movie depicts their struggles and triumphs in the world of ballroom dancing. However, tragedy strikes when Vernon is killed in an airplane crash during World War I, leaving Irene devastated. She eventually finds solace in continuing their legacy and promoting their dancing style. Through ups and downs, their story is a testament to the power of love and passion.
When a wealthy dog owner is murdered, detective Philo Vance must navigate a tangled web of suspects and motives within the world of kennel clubs and dog shows. With an array of twists and turns, Vance must uncover the truth before the killer strikes again.
Curly Top tells the story of an orphan girl named Elizabeth who captures the hearts of everyone around her with her contagious optimism and musical talent. She brings joy and love into the lives of her wealthy benefactors, but her future becomes uncertain when a conniving trustee tries to separate her from the family she has come to love. With the help of her loyal dog, Elizabeth sets out on a mission to reunite her newfound family and prove that love can conquer all.
When a timid man is mistaken for a notorious criminal, he finds himself caught in a whirlwind of mistaken identities, police chases, and comedic misunderstandings.
Go West, Young Man is a comedy film about a struggling actor named Mavis Arden who lands in trouble when he hides in a sanitarium. The sanitarium is mistakenly believed to be a rendezvous point with a famous leading man. Mavis encounters romantic complications with the sanitarium's owner and his employees, leading to humorous situations and misunderstandings.
After the First World War a group of German soldiers try to readjust to civilian life. A sequel to 'All Quiet on the Western Front'.
When a socialite goes missing after attending a dinner party at a mansion, detective Philo Vance is called in to investigate. As the investigation unfolds, a love triangle, a dragon reenactment, and a series of red herrings complicate the case. With a list of suspects and a trail of clues, Vance must unravel the truth behind the murder.
A manhattan playboy gets caught up in a series of farcical events when he intervenes in the relationship between a woman and her wealthy uncle, resulting in a fake marriage license, a ventriloquist act, and a steamship company takeover.
A newspaper reporter poses as a maid to get a story on a runaway heiress. They fall in love and must overcome various obstacles to be together.
Bandleader Tim Hartley's father objects strongly to his son's occupation choice and packs him off to Hawaii to manage the family hotel holdings. This proves to be a wrong move as Hawaiia has more bands than it does pineapples.
The title refers to the business of affable, ambitious bail bondsman (and politically-connected grifter) Bill Bailey, who, in the course of his work, crosses paths with every kind of offender there is, from first-time defendants to career criminals.
Fast and Loose is a hilarious comedy set in 1939 about a rare-book dealer named Joel Sloane who gets entangled in a crime mystery when his wife is kidnapped. With his quick wit and charm, Joel navigates through the dangerous world of criminals and detective work to free his wife and solve the case.
A partially lost film, with only one surviving reel. A movie released in 1914 directed by Edwin S. Porter.
In the French port of Marseille, a young woman named Madelon is in love with a young sailor, Marius. Discovering she is pregnant after Marius sets out to sea for several years, she marries another man to prevent the child being born out of wedlock.
In 'I Live My Life,' a wealthy socialite pretends to be a secretary to escape from her extravagant lifestyle. She falls in love with an archeologist and they face various obstacles in their relationship. The movie is set in Greece and New York City, and features comedy, drama, and romance.
A pretty socialite / pilot runs into gun smugglers when she lands her plane on a Pacific island.
Allison Long is acquitted on charges of poisoning her father but then her benefactor is poisoned. Reporter Duffy Giles has faith in her innocence.
In Mandalay, a woman is forced into prostitution but finds love and attempts to escape her troubled past. She gets involved with an alcoholic doctor and becomes entangled in a dangerous world of gun smuggling and blackmail.
Harry Wallace (Harry Richman) is the star of a musical comedy who, while on a leave of absence from Broadway, encounters a troupe of untalented showboat players and takes them to New York City. Without letting them in on the joke, he then features them in a new revue, hoping that unintentionally-funny act will bring the house down.