The film begins with “Irene,” a flighty socialite portrayed by Carole Lombard, unexpectedly finding herself near the city dump while participating in a high-class game that involves searching for items. It’s there she meets “Godfrey” (William Powell), who appears to be struggling financially and could potentially assist her in winning. The prospect of receiving five dollars motivates him to accompany her back to the luxurious Waldorf hotel. His sudden appearance among such frivolous people creates a reaction of both surprise and disapproval, but it prompts Irene to recognize that she doesn’t want to be unkind, so she decides to hire him as their family's butler. He quickly adapts to his new role within a household filled with spoiled individuals presided over by “Alexander” (Eugene Palette, who steals many scenes), who is married to the inebriated “Angelica” (Alice Brady) and father to both Irene and her sister "Cornelia" (Gail Patrick). During an elegant gathering, the arrival of “Tommy” (Alan Mowbray) hints at a hidden history for this sophisticated servant—but what could it be? The filmmakers intentionally lead the audience toward certain assumptions, and Powell and Lombard skillfully manipulate our expectations throughout this amusing exploration of the moral failings of the newly wealthy but intellectually empty. We are presented with several juxtapositions highlighting the differences between those who have everything and those who don’t, though I can say that the ending was unexpected in one respect while simultaneously being precisely what you'd anticipate in another. The writing, along with moments of sharp wit, is vibrant and touching, and its message about decency and honesty is cleverly disguised within a humorous and ironic framework lasting ninety minutes.

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