Second Honeymoon (1937)

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Raoul McLish stops over in Miami Beach where he runs into his ex-wife, Vicky Benton, and her new husband Bob, a belt manufacturer. At first Bob enjoys Raoul's presence - in part because Vicky is his not Raoul's and in part because Raoul is a lot of fun. The fun wears thin for Bob as his seriousness and possessiveness take over. When Bob leaves for a few days to settle a labor dispute at his factory, Vicky and Raoul spend time together, Winchell's column implies untoward behavior, Bob barks at Vicky, and that gets her back up. Can things be sorted out? Help comes from Raoul's upright valet, McTavish, and a principled cigarette girl, Joy, whom Raoul picks up.

Introduction and Plot
"Second Honeymoon" is a 1937 American comedy directed by Walter Lang. It includes a fantastic cast including distinguished stars Tyrone Power, Loretta Young and Stuart Erwin. The story is a heartfelt comedy filled with fun and love that focuses on the style of reviving the stimulates in a divorced couple's relationship.

The plot is centered around the wealthy however lonesomely living socialite, Vicky Benton (played by Loretta Young) who, regardless of her glamorous life, feels an emptiness as her ex-husband, Raoul McLish (played by Tyrone Power), is still a huge part of her heart. Adding to the mix is Vicky's more youthful brother and his fiancée trying to re-domesticate their separated sibling.

Story Progression
The narrative unfolds as Vicky embarks on a trip to Miami where she inadvertently and unexpectedly bumps into her ex-husband, Raoul. However, her surprise only heightens when she finds out that her sibling and his fiancée have intentionally played this trick, bringing the 2 together. Additionally, they have actually likewise brought along Raoul's inane private secretary, Leo MacTavish (Stuart Erwin), who offers much of the comic relief throughout the movie.

Conflict and Resolution
As the story advances, there is tension and friction in between Vicky and Raoul. Nevertheless, they find themselves inevitably thrown together in various situations due to purposeful interventions by the more youthful couple and Leo, which result in a multitude of humorous experiences. Power's character, Raoul, is seen to be attempting to win Vicky back, while Vicky beholds his attempts in tentative resistance, concealing the twinkles of hidden hope in her heart.

Much of the film's beauty originates from the exchanges and interactions between Vicky and Raoul, as they slowly rediscover their sensations for each other against the background of their previous failed marriage. The love and love they still harbor for each other ended up being increasingly obvious as the plot advances.

Conclusion
In the end, Vicky and Raoul understand that they still love each other and never ever stopped, regardless of their divorce that was based on a misunderstanding and ego clashes. They reconcile and choose to remarry, represented by the title, "Second Honeymoon".

Summary
"Second Honeymoon" offers a feel-good and amusing take on the themes of love, divorce, and second possibilities. This 1937 comedy uses a generous dose of laughter together with a beautiful exploration of relationships and the possibilities of discovering love. Its heartwarming story is characterized by amusing dialogues, humor-filled circumstances, and a conclusion that leaves audiences smiling with the lead characters' awareness of their sustained love for each other and their decision to give their relationship a 'second honeymoon'. The outstanding performances by Power, Young, and Erwin further improve the story, making the movie a satisfying and captivating watch.

Top Cast

  • Tyrone Power (small)
    Tyrone Power
    Raoul McLiesh
  • Loretta Young (small)
    Loretta Young
    Vicky
  • Stuart Erwin (small)
    Stuart Erwin
    Leo MacTavish
  • Claire Trevor (small)
    Claire Trevor
    Marcia
  • Marjorie Weaver (small)
    Marjorie Weaver
    Joy
  • Lyle Talbot (small)
    Lyle Talbot
    Bob Benton
  • J. Edward Bromberg (small)
    J. Edward Bromberg
    Herbie
  • Paul Hurst (small)
    Paul Hurst
    Dennis Huggins
  • Jayne Regan (small)
    Jayne Regan
    Paula
  • Hal K. Dawson (small)
    Hal K. Dawson
    Andy
  • Mary Treen (small)
    Mary Treen
    Elsie