Overview
Henry Wilton is an elderly millionaire saddled with his selfish young second wife Emmy 'Sweetie' Wilton and a pair of spoiled grown children, Peggy and Eddie. To test his family's mettle, Henry pretends to have gone broke. Just as he suspected they would, his children rally to their father's side and change their ways: Peggy forsakes the fortune hunter George Struthers for the nice young man she's really in love with, the polo coach Larry Rivers, while Eddie applies for a demanding job and performs admirably. Only Sweetie seems to desert Henry.
Frequently Asked Questions & Story Details
Who directed A Successful Calamity?
A Successful Calamity was directed by John G. Adolfi.
Where was A Successful Calamity produced?
It was produced by companies including The Vitaphone Corporation, Warner Bros. Pictures in United States of America.
A Successful Calamity Ending Explained & Trivia
The ending of A Successful Calamity wraps up key thematic points regarding its characters. The film showcases excellent use of sound design, writing, and visual effects to create an immersive cinematic environment. For full analysis of ending theories, you can check out our corresponding articles in the Lumaflicks Blog section.
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