CALVALCADE (1933)

English life during the first third of the 20th century from New Year's Eve 1899 to New Year's Day 1933, from the point of view of well-to-do London residents Jane and Robert Marryot, their children, their close friends, and their servants. Several historical events affect the lives of the characters or serve as background for the film, including the Second Boer War, the death of Queen Victoria, the sinking of the RMS Titanic, and World War I. Throughout the film, the passage of years is indicated by dates on title cards, with a Medieval cavalcade marching in the background. Director: Frank Lloyd. Cast: Diana Wynyard, Clive Brook, Una O'Connor, Irene Browne, Herbert Mundin, Frank Lawton, Merle Tottenham and Beryl Mercer.