The Fountainhead follows the story of Howard Roark, an architect who refuses to compromise his artistic vision and integrity, even as he faces rejection and opposition from a society that values conformity and mediocrity. Set in New York City, the film explores themes of individualism, collectivism, and the power of integrity.
When a magician's wife leaves him, he embarks on a world tour in search of her, encountering various challenges and deception along the way.
Call Her Savage is a drama film from 1932 about a neglected wife who rebels against societal norms. The film explores themes of self-sacrifice, mental illness, infidelity, and the complexities of marriage. Set in New York City, the story follows the protagonist as she navigates her tumultuous relationships and grapples with her own desires and identity.
Enchantment (1948) is a melodrama about a young orphaned girl who goes through a series of events during World War Two that lead her to discover love, family relationships, and the true meaning of home. As she navigates through bombings, blackout curtains, and the hardships of war, she also discovers the power of poetry, hand-me-down clothes, and the protective role of a guardian. Along the way, she meets a British officer, an American in the UK, and learns about the complexities of male-female relationships and jealousy. With the help of her butler, uncle, and other important figures in her life, she embarks on a journey of self-discovery and finding her place in a world torn apart by war and longing for love.
The Merry Widow follows the story of a wealthy widow who becomes the center of a romantic rivalry. The widow finds herself torn between two cousins who are vying for her affections. As the drama unfolds, secrets are revealed, alliances are formed, and hearts are broken. This silent film adaptation of the popular play is filled with lavish parties, dance numbers, and a touch of royalty.
Gentleman's Fate is a crime drama film released in 1931. It follows the story of a bootlegger who gets entangled in a web of deception after a dying father reveals a secret. Set in New York City during the prohibition era, the film explores themes of class distinction, murder, and betrayal.
As seen in flashback, this is the story of 43-year-old Julie a beautician who when 15 was forced by her mother to give up her baby for adoption. Her son, now 28, a minister, with his wife expecting, begins to search for his biological mother to find out his family medical history. She hears of his search and reunites.
A young composer falls in love with a free-spirited woman and proposes to her, but she declines. He then enters into a rebound marriage with a magazine editor, but realizes he still loves the woman. As he tries to navigate his relationships and his family drama, he must confront his own insecurities and make difficult choices.
Laura Nesbit, daughter of old Dr. Nesbit and belle of the younger social set in the town of Harvey, plans to marry Grant Adams, the editor of the local paper, until she flirts with rising but unethical lawyer Tom VanDorn to arouse her beau's jealousy. A saddened Grant is drawn into an affair with town siren Margaret Muller, with whom he has an illegitimate son. On the rebound, Laura marries VanDorn and Margaret weds attorney Henry Fenn. History repeats itself when Laura's husband becomes infatuated with Margaret, which breaks up both marriages. Meanwhile, Grant has given up his newspaper to become a foreman in the mines. After he is injured in an explosion, Grant is taken to the Nesbit home, where Laura's care restores his health. When Grant's little son is shot and killed during a strike, he becomes so overwrought with grief that he confesses the boy's parentage to Laura, who forgives his past and they begin a new life together.
Jim, a Maine Fisherman, marries Dora on the rebound after his sweetheart, Eve, leaves him to pursue a singing career. Years later, Eve proves to be genuinely in love with Jim, but acts indifferent for Dora's sake.
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