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Convention City (1933)

"We're off to - "Convention City""

3.019331h 9mEN
Comedy

Directed by Archie Mayo

Rating

3.0/10

Runtime

1h 9m

Language

EN

Release

December 14, 1933

Director

Archie Mayo

Official Trailer

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Overview

Extra-marital fun and games at a convention of the Honeywell Rubber Company in Atlantic City. President J.B. Honeywell is to choose a new company sales manager. T.R. Kent and George Ellerbe are two salesmen who both want the job. However, they both get into trouble: T.R. is discredited when jealous ...

Top Cast

Joan BlondellAdolphe MenjouDick PowellMary AstorGuy KibbeeFrank McHugh

Cast

Joan Blondell

Joan Blondell

Nancy Lorraine

Adolphe Menjou

Adolphe Menjou

T.R. (Ted) Kent

Dick Powell

Dick Powell

Jerry Ford

Mary Astor

Mary Astor

Arlene Dale

Guy Kibbee

Guy Kibbee

George Ellerbe

Frank McHugh

Frank McHugh

Will Goodwin

Hugh Herbert

Hugh Herbert

Hotstetter

Grant Mitchell

Grant Mitchell

J.B. Honeywell

Ruth Donnelly

Ruth Donnelly

Mrs. Ellerbe

Patricia Ellis

Patricia Ellis

Claire Honeywell

Hobart Cavanaugh

Hobart Cavanaugh

Wendell Orchard

Egon Brecher

Egon Brecher

Zorb

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Convention City (1933), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Extra-marital fun and games at a convention of the Honeywell Rubber Company in Atlantic City. President J.B. Honeywell is to choose a new company sales manager. T.R. Kent and George Ellerbe are two salesmen who both want the job. However, they both get into trouble: T.R. is discredited when jealous saleswoman, Arlene Dale, interferes with his attempted seduction of Honeywell's daughter, Claire, and George attempts to seduce Nancy Lorraine. The position of sales manager is bestowed upon a drunken employee as a bribe after he catches J.B. about to visit "Daisy La Rue, Exterminator." Considered a lost film.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Convention City. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

The ending explained below clarifies the character motivations and the symbolic meaning of the final scenes that might have left some viewers puzzled.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals. If you are looking for an <strong>OTT release</strong> or want to experience the <strong>full story</strong>, this is a must-watch.

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