Saturday, March 30, 2019

Twentieth Century (1934): John Barrymore and Carole Lombard


     Directed by Howard Hawks, Twentieth Century (1934) is credited as being one of the first "Screwball Comedies." It received a "dismal reception" upon it's release, but has since become an undisputed comedy Classic. Full of rapid-fire humor, the plot focuses on a theater producer's tumultuous relationship with his young female protege. John Barrymore and Carole Lombard are excellent in the lead roles.

Twentieth Century. 1934: Carole Lombard

Twentieth Century. 1934: Carole Lombard and John Barrymore

Twentieth Century. 1934: Carole Lombard

Twentieth Century. 1934: Carole Lombard and John Barrymore

Twentieth Century. 1934: Carole Lombard and John Barrymore

Twentieth Century. 1934: Carole Lombard and John Barrymore

Twentieth Century. 1934: Carole Lombard and John Barrymore

Twentieth Century. 1934: Carole Lombard and John Barrymore

Twentieth Century. 1934: Carole Lombard and John Barrymore