Comedy,Romance
United States of America
The movie is a screwball comedy that takes place primarily on the Twentieth Century Limited train from Chicago to New York City. The plot revolves around Oscar Jaffe, played by John Barrymore, and Lily Garland, played by Carole Lombard, who were once romantically involved and collaborated on several successful Broadway shows. However, their relationship ended bitterly when Lily left Oscar's direction to pursue a career in Hollywood.
As the train heads eastward, Oscar tries to win back Lily by any means necessary, including elaborate schemes and deceptions. Meanwhile, Lily is now an established Hollywood star, accompanied by her rich and obnoxious boyfriend, George, played by Ralph Forbes. As Oscar's efforts to seduce Lily become increasingly desperate and ridiculous, she begins to question her own feelings towards him and her career choices.
The movie is filled with witty banter, slapstick humor, and over-the-top performances by the entire cast. The train provides a claustrophobic setting where the characters are forced to face their insecurities and confront their past mistakes. The film's final act takes place in a hotel room in New York, where Oscar and Lily finally resolve their differences in a climactic finale filled with chaos, hilarity, and a bit of romance.
Overall, Twentieth Century is a zany and entertaining movie that showcases the talents of the legendary actors and filmmakers of the golden age of Hollywood.
