My Man Godfrey
"My Man Godfrey" is a classic 1936 screwball comedy film directed by Gregory La Cava. The story follows a wealthy family, the Bullocks, who hire a homeless man named Godfrey Park as their butler. Unbeknownst to them, Godfrey is actually a former socialite who has fallen on hard times.
The film explores themes of class disparity and social responsibility, highlighting the absurdities of the wealthy elite. Carole Lombard stars as the quirky heiress Irene Bullock, while William Powell plays Godfrey. The film received critical acclaim and was nominated for several Academy Awards, becoming a beloved classic in American cinema.